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<p>CSV import</p> <p><b>New page</b></p><div>{{Short description|American businesswoman and daughter of Wendy&#039;s founder}}<br /> {{Use American English|date=October 2023}}<br /> {{Use mdy dates|date=October 2023}}<br /> <br /> &#039;&#039;&#039;Melinda Lou &quot;Wendy&quot; Thomas-Morse&#039;&#039;&#039; (born September 14, 1961) is an American businesswoman and the daughter of [[Dave Thomas]], the founder of the [[Wendy&#039;s]] fast-food restaurant chain. She is best known as the namesake and mascot of the brand.<br /> <br /> ==Early life==<br /> Melinda Lou Thomas was born on September 14, 1961, in [[Columbus, Ohio]]. She was the fourth child of Dave and Lorraine Thomas. Her father, Dave Thomas, opened the first Wendy&#039;s restaurant in 1969, naming it after her nickname, &quot;Wendy.&quot; The name &quot;Wendy&quot; was derived from the difficulty her siblings had in pronouncing her name, Melinda, which they pronounced as &quot;Wenda.&quot;<br /> <br /> ==Career==<br /> [[File:Wendy_Thomas_of_Wendy&#039;s.jpg|Wendy Thomas, the namesake of Wendy&#039;s|thumb|right]]<br /> Wendy Thomas has been involved with the Wendy&#039;s brand throughout her life. She began working in the family business at a young age, learning the operations of the restaurant chain. Over the years, she has held various roles within the company, contributing to its growth and success.<br /> <br /> In 2010, Wendy Thomas became the spokesperson for Wendy&#039;s, appearing in a series of commercials promoting the brand. Her involvement in these advertisements helped to reinforce the connection between the brand and its origins, emphasizing the family-oriented nature of the business.<br /> <br /> ==Personal life==<br /> Wendy Thomas attended [[University of Florida]], where she earned a degree in consumer behaviorism. She has been married to Paul Morse, and together they have raised a family. Wendy has continued to be an active participant in the Wendy&#039;s community, often engaging in charitable activities and supporting various causes.<br /> <br /> ==Legacy==<br /> Wendy Thomas&#039;s image and name have become synonymous with the Wendy&#039;s brand. Her father&#039;s decision to name the restaurant after her has left a lasting legacy, making her a recognizable figure in the fast-food industry. The iconic logo, featuring a red-haired girl with pigtails, is based on her childhood appearance.<br /> <br /> ==Related pages==<br /> * [[Dave Thomas (businessman)]]<br /> * [[Wendy&#039;s]]<br /> * [[Fast food]]<br /> <br /> [[Category:1961 births]]<br /> [[Category:Living people]]<br /> [[Category:American businesspeople]]<br /> [[Category:People from Columbus, Ohio]]<br /> [[Category:University of Florida alumni]]</div>

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