Mr. Bingle

Mr. Bingle
Snowman character
Theme song
  • "Jingle, Jangle, Jingle,
  • Here comes Mr. Bingle...
  • With another message from Kris Kringle.
  • Time to launch the Christmas season,
  • Maison Blanche makes Christmas pleasin.'
  • Gifts galore for you to see, each a gem from... MB."
Created byEmile Alline
Designed byEmile Alline
Portrayed byEdwin "Oscar" Isentrout (1948-1985)
Voiced byEdwin "Oscar" Isentrout (1948-1985)
In-universe information
AliasesSnow Doll
SpeciesSnowman
GenderMale
TitleMister
AffiliationSanta Claus, Santa's elves
HomeThe North Pole, Santa's workshop

Mr. Bingle is a fictional character marketed and sold by department store Dillard's during the holiday season. Originating as a mascot of the Maison Blanche department store in New Orleans, Louisiana, Mr. Bingle has become an important part of the popular culture of the Greater New Orleans area, and even across the United States.[1]

  1. ^ Times-Picayune staff writers (October 1, 2011). "1897: Maison Blanche department store 'grand opening'". David Francis, publisher. New Orleans Times-Picayune. Retrieved December 17, 2016.