Norfolk Directory

Another well-known Norfolk native was Thurl Ravenscroft. Born in Norfolk, Nebraska, on February 6, 1914, Thurl headed for Hollywood in 1933. He worked with Disney studios and in the movies. He eventually became best known as the voice behind Kellogg's Frosted Flakes animated spokesman Tony the Tiger and the catchphrase, "They're gr-r-reat!" from 1953–2005. He was also known for his singing voice in “Dumbo,” “Cinderella,” “Peter Pan,” “Lady and the Tramp,” “South Pacific,” “The Jungle Book” and “Sleeping Beauty.” and a family favorite “You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch.”. Thurl died on May 22, 2005.