| The California Raisins | |
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| First appearance | June 19, 1986 |
| Last appearance | July 31, 2002 |
| Created by | California Raisin Advisory Board, Foote, Cone & Belding |
| In-universe information | |
| Alias | The Singin' Dancin' California Raisins |
| Nickname | The Vine-Yls (Meet the Raisins!) |
| Nationality | American |
The California Raisins were a fictional rhythm and blues animated musical group as well as advertising and merchandising characters composed of anthropomorphized raisins. Lead vocals were sung by musician Buddy Miles.[1] The California Raisins were popular from 1986 to 2002 through claymation TV commercials and animated specials, winning an Emmy Award and one nomination.[2][3]
- ^ Pareles, Jon (February 28, 2008). "Buddy Miles, Hendrix Drummer, Dies". The New York Times.
- ^ "TV Review; 'Claymation Christmas,' On CBS". The New York Times. December 21, 1987. Retrieved June 13, 2011.
- ^ "On View: A Feat of Clay: The Creator of California Raisins Molds an Animated Easter Special". Los Angeles Times. April 12, 1992. Retrieved June 13, 2011.