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Honorable Kentucky Colonel. disclaimer: no association or authorization with or from KFC. Independent Professional Colonel Sanders Look a like. L.A. Sanders.

Newly appointed Kentucky Colonel, Colonel L.A. Thayer, is a self-proclaimed Colonel Sanders “look alike.”
Self-proclaimed Col. Sanders “look-alike,” Col. Thayer, has been appointed the highest title of honor bestowed by the governor of Kentucky. Thayer has been named a Kentucky Colonel. The Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels is a voluntary, philanthropic organization that recognizes an “individu

al’s noteworthy accomplishments and outstanding service.” It is a lifetime distinction. Members reach out to the needy, with the intent of also preserving Kentucky’s “rich heritage.”
Thayer was nominated by the Sanders family after they became of aware his work to “keep Harland's name alive.” “To be nominated, you do have to have good works in your life,” said Thayer. In fact, Thayer, who works with disabled children and adults for a living believes this, as well as the Sanders family’s gratitude for his work in keeping Col. Sanders’ name and image alive, is what brought forth his nomination. One must be nominated by another Colonel to be considered. Thayer says he is extremely “humbled and overwhelmed” that not only that the Sanders family found him worthy, but also Kentucky’s governor “looked at my information and said, ‘yes, I will commission him.’”
Although colonels originally served in a military capacity, gaining the name during the War of 1812, it was not until the early 1900s, when a group of colonels decided to form a “society,” that the title took on the meaning recognized today. From then on, colonels evolved to become primarily focused on charitable programs, with social events, such as the Kentucky Derby, holding an important role, as well. Thayer says now that he is a commissioned colonel, he is officially a member of the Kentucky governor’s staff, and that he can now play a part in the Kentucky Derby, if he would like to do so. After a bit of research, Thayer said he believes he is first Kentucky Colonel in his home town, and expressed excitement remaining connected to the state (Kentucky) he lived through “the most important four years of his life,” during which he grew up admiring Colonel Sanders’ life and legacy.
“The man was a legend. As a young man, I thought, ‘Wow! If I could live half the life he did, I would be proud,” said Thayer of partly why he chose to impersonate Col. The idea originally came to Thayer one afternoon in 1994 when he took his father and his dad’s Korean War buddy out to lunch at KFC. His father was coincidentally wearing a cream colored suit, and when they walked in, people just stopped and did a double-take, thinking he was the real Colonel Sanders. Since Thayer and his father looked so much alike, a seed was planted for action years later. It was one year ago when Thayer finally acted on his “dream” of doing Col. Sanders impersonations. He visits various KFC restaurants within a 250-mile radius on most Sunday afternoons, when church would typically let out. Thayer said during his impersonation, he shows up at a KFC and goes to the counter to order his food. People are taken aback and surprised by his appearance. They begin waving and often approaching him right then asking for pictures. Thayer said he carries marbles with him embedded with Col. Sanders’ picture, and gives them to kids. He said he is gracious and kind, even delivering food to a couple of elderly ladies in the past, who had ask if the colonel would be willing to do so.
“I do not work for KFC, but the Sanders family said I looked more like Harland than they have seen in a long time. They said, ‘hey, we really like what you are doing". Thayer said he has several upcoming requested visits in the near future from KFCs to the Veteran’s Association in Houston, Texas, already planned. However, he welcomes any new appearance opportunities that may come his way, including, hopefully, a shot at being a KFC ambassador.

12/08/2022

having the worlds largest vintage colonel sanders collection, has brought us very many unique items. here is a tea crock produced by the louisville stoneware company. we recently acquired one for the collection, just like this one.

12/05/2022

found this on line.....i personally dont think he ever had it as a secret, after seeing this...very interesting tho. there are accounts online of different ones trying this recipe, and say it taste just like the original...... i think he intended for anyone to have the "secret". great selling point, which indeed worked for him.

11/18/2022

Baby it's cold outside!!!

11/11/2022

thanks to the colonel and all the vets for your service to our country.

11/01/2022

the colonel had a visitor yesterday evening.....mm was in the house. he even brought his wooly worm.

10/26/2022

University of the Cumberlands. was asked by UC to come here and be part of this event. this is the nicest university i have ever been to. all the students were kind and well mannered. was really impressed by the welcome we got. this was so much fun. thanks to my wife for keeping me looking good and to shane marlow for all the great pics. and the chicken was "finger lickin good"! doing what i do best, Colonel L. A. Thayer.

10/26/2022

All I can say is "WOW". A whole lot more pics to come tomorrow!

10/25/2022

gonna be a great day......

10/18/2022

"WOW" still cant believe i was the highest bidder. thankyou dr. couch of corbin, for entering this master piece in the contest of the chicken invasion, at the world chicken festival. dr. couch decided to do a auction on it, and the highest bid would get it. all proceeds went to the american cancer society. out of respect for each other, dr. couch and i both decided we would not disclose the bid amount. kudos for him for doing this. doing what i do best, Colonel L. A. Thayer.

10/09/2022

"WOW" what a great time i had today. I was contacted by the director for London Laurel County Tourism today, Kelly Burton. I got to do a full interview and photo shoot with two journalist from Germany. They wanted to know all things of Colonel Sanders. We had a awesome time. Then we went to the visitors center in London, and took some more pics. Went to Lowes and had fun there, and a local gas station too. doing what i do best, Colonel L. A. Thayer.

10/08/2022

KFC TRAIN.....LIONEL

KFC TRAIN...

KFC TRAIN.....LIONEL me and my grandson iver checking out the kfc train 2 years ago.

10/06/2022

if you want to have just a really good time, go the mellow mushroom in sommerset ky. wow. everybody was so kind and nice. kudos to our waitress michelle for going over and beyond. also, thanks to the store manager for helping make our surprise happen. doing what i do best.

10/06/2022

stopped in and made a appearance at spirit halloween in somerset ky. this was a lot of fun. little spooky, little scary, but doing what i do best.

09/24/2022

shane marlow, my photographer, all ready for the tracy lawrence concert at the WCF.

09/22/2022

another one in the books. the 2022 World Chicken Festival Colonel Sanders look a like contest was a lot of fun. thanks to Kelly Burton and the WCF for putting this event on. got to meet some old friends and made new ones......thanks to my wife for keeping me on my feet and looking good. thanks to shane marlow for all the great pics. doing what i do best, Colonel L. A. Thayer.

09/22/2022

2022 Colonel Sanders Look-A-Like Contest

09/22/2022

World Chicken Festival 2018

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World Chicken Festival 2018 World Chicken Festival 2018

09/21/2022

09/17/2022

had a great time today at the first annual Colonel Ride, from Wildcat Harley Davidson, London ky, to the Sanders Cafe museum in Corbin ky. Colonel Maverick showed up and just wowed everyone with his charm and good lookingness. hes a great kid. thanks to kelly burton and the world chicken festival for making this a great event. also thanks to wildcat harley for helping make all this work out today, you guys are awesome! thanks to my wife for all she does, and to shane marlow for the great pics. doing what i do best, Col. L. A. Thayer.

09/17/2022

Look who’s here!

09/17/2022

Photos from World Chicken Festival's post

09/17/2022

09/14/2022

09/10/2022

Happy Birthday.......

08/11/2022

been getting requests of upcoming appearances, dates and times. here is my itinerary for all things Colonel Sanders. hope to see you soon, Colonel Thayer.

07/30/2022

"WOW" had a great time today. went to the KFC store in mount vernon. the food was awesome. crispy chicken wings until i was stuffed. thanks again blake. then onto the walmart store in london. had a blast there with employees and patrons. then we went down to the sanders cafe and museum n corbin. this place was busy and hoppin. had a great time there with everybody. kids were awesome! want to thank my wife for keeping me in check and looking good. and to shane for taking all the great pics. doing what i do best, Colonel L.A. Thayer.

07/28/2022

07/25/2022

This colonel is going to the University of the Cumberlands in October for a big music event. The university has asked that I be there to help pass out buckets of chicken. This will be a lot of fun, and a really good time! Thanks Maggy and Corbin Tourism for all you do.

07/16/2022

i usually dont post to much of my personal life on my colonel page, but wanted to share this with all of you.....renewing our vowels after 42 years, and having a full ensemble wedding and reception, was so much fun and a day i will never forget. thank you charlene for making this "journey" with me. more pics to come.

06/22/2022

as by now, most of you know i have been doing a colonel sanders look a like. and yes, it may be a career move for me, depending on kfc corporate. im having a lot of fun doing it, and would like to get as many "Followers" that i can on my page. i would like to get my colonel page verified by facebook, but facebook says i need to have at least 2000 followers. this would help a lot especially when i approach charitable organizations in helping them raise funds for their cause. so if you can, please follow and share my colonel page. thanks a whole bunch........

06/04/2022

as most of you know, ive been doing colonel sanders for about 7 years now. this is the first time i have ever been ask to come as colonel sanders to a wedding. it was a good time...doing what i do best.

06/03/2022

doing what i do best.....

05/15/2022

just now.....

05/08/2022

what a great mothers day. took my wife to the mount Vernon KFC, for a really good chicken dinner. then off to the local save alot store and had more fun. then back to Livingston for the 2022 Renfro Valley Dual Sport ride. can u say "MUD". these guys were having fun. the local fire department was feeding all the bikers. kudos to them for helping out. doing what i do best, Colonel Thayer.

05/08/2022

Photos from Colonel L A Thayer's post

04/26/2022

hey everybody...this is Colonel Anthony Sanders. nephew of Colonel Harland Sanders. hes keeping his uncles legacy moving forward for all the good causes. look him up and give your support....thanks.

04/23/2022

"WOW" had a great time today at the newly renovated sanders cafe museum today, in corbin ky. then onto the colonel fest in downtown corbin. weather was perfect. kudos to maggie. the director for tourism. this was a great and successful event. doing what i do best.....colonel thayer.

04/18/2022

gonna be a fun time!

04/09/2022

after 42 years of marriage, i proposed to my wife again at our favorite wing place, wingers, sidney ohio. i am a blessed and a happy colonel! the pic is us on our wedding day. she said "yes" again.