Famous Amos Returns With A New Cookie Company The Cookie Kahuna! | Shark Tank US | Shark Tank Global

[@SeoulMan2020]

Read his autobiography years ago and got a chance to meet him years ago in Oahu. He asked me how I’m doing and I replied, “Not bad.” Wally replied, “Don’t tell me what you aren’t, tell me what you are.” Will never forget those words. I highly recommend reading his autobiography.

[@DefeatLust]

Haha, that's a great reply. Never heard that one before

[@Amber-db9cz]

What’s the name of his autobiography?

[@flatearth23]

What are you trying to say exactly?

[@theempire00]

Amazing answer!

[@jesusfirst1142]

He is saying say ur good if u r good or say i failed if u fail....so he is saying not bad can't be an answer for how are you doing?

[@actionjackson-yz6xx]

Whoever owns the famous Amos they robbed this man took advantage of his kindness

[@TrillLee223]

Or maybe he just sold out

[@WonderfullyMade_Lex]

He could've def benefited from their wisdom before selling but prayerfully he'll bounce back the way he desires.

[@WandaRobinson-ij3mt]

They changed the recipe and they don't taste the same...I bought them one time after he sold the company and never bought them again!

[@SkyWalka4]

From what I know they forced him to sell his company

[@dquinn8344]

Kindness? They took advantage of Wally's ignorance like they would with anyone......

[@meliodas8492]

Wally died August 13th 2024. Rest in peace!

[@Sfrags01]

It's so sad that his company went out of business shortly after this aired. He then made a video explaining his situation. He was apparently broke and needed money for basic needs, which led to him making a gofundme page. Some really heart breaking stuff, because he seems like a genuinely good guy. Edit: He passed away a few days ago, R.I.P Wally Amos.

[@maitreyas.4902]

Mark could have done 50,000 and sold them at Mavericks games and other arenas and made money.

[@wadewillson9220]

​@@maitreyas.4902like he said tho conflict of interests

[@nasrick]

Wow

[@nasrick]

@@maitreyas.4902 I agree

[@ins4n1ty58]

@@maitreyas.4902 It was not about the money. Mark said it was about a conflict of interest because he is already invested in and working with a different cookie related company.

[@vmsanghrajka]

He got robbed years ago, but yet so humble and without any negative baggage. Lots to learn from him 🙏

[@thestarshavefallen]

It was nice of Mark to get up and help him serve. He respects his elders

[@Scott-got-caught]

He wanted him to hurry up lol

[@AttainTheGrain]

@@Scott-got-caught even still. Very sweet to help the old man instead of making him do it all

[@majorgardner4272]

No he doesn't cameras on. Respect his elders? 50k is like $5 to them man.

[@majorgardner4272]

@@AttainTheGrain maybe not sweet but necessary to keep ratings balanced

[@emberior]

The Fact Is He Need Him To Hurry So They Can't waste time

[@chartsfocusone]

What a freakin legend to come onto Shark Tank! Respect to him for continuing his passion!

[@69jalo]

Rip, sorry for your loss and I’ll never forget you.

[@darkhat032]

For real before they changed the recipe after Mr. Amos, they were hands down my favorite cookie. My grandmother would buy them in the huge bags for me to have after school, no idea how many I have had but definitely hundreds of pounds of Famous Amos. The man is a legend and HIS cookies will always be the best, not the trash they sell now with his name. He definitely successfully sold happiness.

[@telam1744]

Yes the new Famous Amos cookies are.... Trash!

[@marks5625]

Those cookies dont taste the same.

[@wnose]

Check out the duplicate recipe by buttermilk pantry.

[@switchunboxing]

Damn Barbara adding insult to injury…. Bro you think he doesn’t know the mistake of signing his name away? Damn

[@mynamecausesconfusion9829]

Wally Amos not only made my childhood, but he helped me realize their ARE good people everywhere. Keep being that light ! Amos with forever be Famous, regardless of his ownership.

[@TheeYoungJohnnyDepp]

This guy is honestly happy and that’s more than most can say.

[@DefeatLust]

Happy doesn't pay the bills. Our brother is a legend, but you gotta get it, no matter what.

[@denmandavie482]

@@DefeatLust just paying the bills doesn't make you happy. when you're on your death bed you won't be won't be thinking about bills

[@DefeatLust]

@@denmandavie482 You'll be on your death bed in the next week if you have no food on your table.

[@kingmickey666]

He sure acts like it on TV

[@TheeYoungJohnnyDepp]

@@DefeatLust yeah man I wasn’t referring to paying bills I was referring to his possession of a mental aspect many lack. That statement had nothing to do with any form of currency/form of payment.

[@shotelco]

Wally "Famous" Amos left us at age 88. When I go, I can only hope that 10's of thousands of people I never knew, would take the time to search social media, and put their condolences in a comment.

[@letradavis8260]

What Mr. Wally is is a FANTASTIC Visionary, Promoter and Marketing Genius. In other words, he is a Quick Starter . He needs a team of Follow Through, Fact Factor and Implementers to create the right synergy for his business ventures.

[@dm6607]

Excellently put! I'm the same in that regard!

[@ajs8721]

I can’t believe he doesn’t own the rights to use his name or his image anymore. He needs a lawyer or someone who can help him at least get some money from the company who owns the brand now because this is just ridiculous. I feel so awful for him, he seems like such a sweet guy!!

[@zuhayrkhan7103]

He sold the rights. Its not like they stole it

[@Johnfisher12345]

Yep, way too late for that now. He should have recognized way back when that he wasn’t a businessman and lawyered up when it counted.

[@ssj2camaro21]

Hey, at least his product and image live on after

[@ak5235]

I know its so f* up. How is it ok that his face is on them and he gets nothing from it

[@switchunboxing]

He did get money for it. That’s how they have his name and likeness. He sold it for over a million dollars. He’s just a bad business man.

[@pr4275]

He’s adorable. RIP Wally Amos

[@guestguest3756]

This broke my heart. Kevin Hart, where are you?! Kevin, Will, 50, Jay Z, Rhianna, somebody help him! That's disgusting how he was taken advantage of and did not earn a penny today from the business he started.

[@simpdown1404]

Why don’t you help him?

[@guestguest3756]

@Simp Down If I had the money, I would. Unfortunately, my social work salary doesn't allow me that luxury.

[@coreyj.9357]

@@simpdown1404 watch your mouth snow flake 🤬

[@nikkoval8490]

⁠@@simpdown1404why don’t you help him?

[@StraightToTheAve]

Rip mr. Amos thank you for the treat you gave the world

[@B58-Premo]

His company name alone rings bells, I would have made an offer on it ASAP!

[@thedeatonshow6475]

Well you would have sadly lost money lol

[@SeoulMan2020]

Over 15 years ago, when I met Wally, he was trying to sell a different cookie brand back then. He’s still trying. I wish him the best…

[@MultiJejje]

This Cookie Kahuna went bankrupt shortly after this aired. He started after it another brand again and the exact thing happened after Cookie Kahuna. Sad.

[@handfuloflight]

@@MultiJejje what was the name of the new brand

[@MultiJejje]

@handfuloflight it was "Aunt Dellas".

[@handfuloflight]

@@MultiJejje Man, seems like Amos couldn't let those cookies go.

[@mcorleone5460]

Rest in Peace to a great man 🕊️ He had a beautiful heart, much brighter than the sharks. That’s what matters most in the afterlife.

[@ThisIsForDrew]

Revenge is mine sayeth the Lord

[@majorgardner4272]

It's so pathetic those sharks don't even have respect about his legend status and age enough for all of them to invest 10k each to let him ride out the rest of his journey, that's jacked on the Great White Sharks. If he contacts me I'll invest in his awesome spirit of never quiting and his passion and belief that he can do it again with a little restructuring of course.

[@st.toussaint4632]

No you wouldn't you are broke

[@wingerfan1]

Really sucks what happened to Wally. Such a beautiful spirit.

[@Cat-oj2th]

What happened

[@naiadolling]

@@Cat-oj2th His partners swept his company from under his feet

[@teegreen3909]

​@@naiadolling He will pay

[@leeolie3728]

@@naiadolling “partners” really white venture capitalists

[@jerryfleck3358]

I will never eat another Famous Amos cookie again knowing how they screwed this old guy over

[@terranu1]

If I was Cuban I'd give this man 500k just to let him have his thing and not ask a return 🤣🤣

[@spiiies142]

Thank You Wally for your amazing cookies, They brought me happiness, and you inspire me to make my own food product. Rest in Peace, Aloha brother

[@farinatanzin565]

love how Mark did not just sit there and helped him hand out the cookies :')

[@brentanderson4118]

Kevin: “Barbara what are you going to do?” Wally “oh she’s gonna be out” 😂😂😂 he knew

[@HalloweenYearRound]

RIP Wally Amos (1936-2024)

[@luxuryrapchannel]

He’s a genius bc he was only there to promote his Cookies

[@editsdharma108]

Amos: My focus was not on how much money i wanna make... Kevin: I'm out

[@DD__suggestions]

Wally lived a good life in Hawaii. He did not die broke. He had a beautiful house there. He died of demential (brain shutdown) at age 88 five days ago on August 13, 2024. He had four kids. This cookie Kahuna is still being sold in Hawaii. He sold Famous Amos company in the 1980s. But, the cookies are still being sold all over the country. So, his legacy will live on. RIP Wally.

[@whyphy2213]

I liked this appearance in The Office. Erin: Hi Famous, I know you get many ideas on new cookies Famous: is it Oatmeal with no raisins? Erin: I’m sorry I wasted your time

[@RebeccaDhillon]

I adored him on the office! I’d love to see the behind the scenes of that episode and what he’s like to work with cause he has such a unique way of talking and his personality shines.

[@kingrome7099]

Mr. WALLY AMOS will always be legendary!❤❤❤

[@InkIsPink]

rest in peace, famous amos will be missed. may he rest in paradise, his cookies were goated 🙏

[@brandonm1856]

Rest in cookies, cookie man.

[@averyjohnson675]

Where is the black mill and billionares to support our own. His name, ideas and history alone is enough for us to stand behind and support this man. He's a black pioneer.

[@geometrysquared1939]

They don't care...

[@Alan92Truong]

He seems to be such a sweet and gentle man!

[@4evertrue830]

What a big mistake the sharks and especially Mark Cuban made by not investing. Mark Cuban who is also in the cookie business should have partnered with him, offering 50cents royalty to him, per cookie sold in return for 50% equity. Knowing fully well how important the image brand this guy has, that will boost both their businesses in the cookie industry.

[@ryant1648]

Did you not watch the pitch? His margins were terrible, he couldn’t afford to pay a royalty. And he doesn’t own the rights to his name and likeness.

[@switchunboxing]

For the record, I love the cookies. What he would need, is a business owner, not an investor.

[@ThomasinaBrown-od3fb]

Is his cookie business still around

[@RJ4O4]

RIP Legend.

[@courtneytyson6341]

This was heartbreaking to see his entire face and being is being sold and he can never use it again.. I get business … but this is just WRONG ON SO MANY LEVELS!! Wow man…

[@carolinemanuel5996]

So heartbreaking

[@charlesbessant4207]

This is a blessing for someone who's starting a business 🙌🏾. Pay close attention to his entire story.

[@mrthorn9046]

Thank You Mr Amos for creating and baking the Best Chocolate Chip Cookie Ever 🍪😔

[@meganandremmie33]

the new Famous Amos recipe aint it! GIVE THIS MAN HIS COMPANY BACK!

[@alterartgn]

my pregnant self was just gonna go to the store & grab some 😭 are they nasty? //.

[@dannysands9341]

@@alterartgn no they just taste generic not like before , the ones back then had flavor , the new ones you can say they taste " meh" I had better

[@lifewk]

I don’t buy famous Amos anymore because of what they did to amos

[@derek5877]

i love his energy he seems like such a great dude, it's a shame that the company went out of business

[@DavidemetriLIC]

So they brought him on to parade him around like they did Mohammed Ali when he was old.

[@iloveyoshi0xo]

aww he's a sweet dude. I wanted him to get a deal.

[@latonyataylor3461]

The people who owns famous Amos now they wrong asf for taking his brand and using it. He took the money they gave him and he sold the business the brand and the license to the people who own his company but still uses his picture and name but not giving him any royalties from the company they robbed him big time. His family need to sue the new owners

[@keahiyama6460]

He was so beloved in Hawaii! RIP Wally

[@river4462]

He just very recently passed. He was long time on Oahu. Great man🤙🏽🏝😎

[@mary.u4984]

Thats so nice of you mark, passing the cookies for him.😊

[@chillbest14]

U soo fine

[@masterbrody2452]

@@chillbest14 Don't be faltering soldier, it's not worth it

[@Johnfisher12345]

chillbest PATHETIC

[@tlaevision8508]

Noticed that too. I have big respect for those who respect their elders.

[@muffintop701]

RIP Legend!

[@Randy3bbu]

Those rich fools should of gave him the $50,000 and helped him out. We all know 50 grand is nothing for them

[@n3wt]

Guess that’s why ur broke

[@Laroystreat]

@@n3wthe just has a heart man, give him the benefit of the doubt. If he ever gets to a point where he can give away 50k, he’ll learn why you shouldn’t.

[@PessimistPirate]

RIP, Cookie King.

[@marcohvac8902]

Mr Amos...I won't sit here and act like your cookies changed my life but they were a part of my childhood and I truly ate more than 100 bags of them when I was young and for that I'm willing to give this man $100 ..if only 100000 can donate 100 this man can continue on his legacy with cookie Kahana and take it global once again like famous amos

[@aarongreen5257]

Rest in peace Mr. Amos! 🕊️ I ADORE your cookies ever since a little boy 😍

[@whattheysayk9558]

Never eating famous amous AGAIN I felt so bad for him but I’m glad he didn’t give up and tried that’s all we can do after all

[@woodworkingandepoxy643]

If he hadnt been screwed over he would have been right up there with the rest of them giving chances to others who are struggling

[@starsandlakes8576]

He's a national treasure at this point.

[@dm6607]

It's like having Chef Boyardee walk in... I truly think they should assist him in some capacity. I hope he returns because I definitely would buy from him. Famous Amos isn't the same without him anyway. Hey Daymond!!!

[@jerryfleck3358]

@@dm6607 I will never eat another Famous Amos cookie again knowing how they screwed this old guy over

[@aleph7375]

He's doing what he loves so Keep pushing man

[@snowflakehunter]

Corporate America did this man so wrong. I hope he is successful in this new venture.

[@ThisIsForDrew]

😢 is he still alive

[@snowflakehunter]

@@ThisIsForDrew He just died on August 13th of 2024. Just two days ago. RIP Wally Amos 😇.

[@unclejj9600]

That's good they gave him publicity so he could get the press his attitude is awesome

[@newjourney9220]

It's sad to hear this but he shouldn't have sold his trademark name. R.I.P Wally

[@wiseguy4725]

Rip thanks for the joy you brought us

[@darren1147]

RIP Wally

[@samwright285]

I was hoping mark would give him the 50 grand

[@ZevMeth_originaljewishmusic]

This guy was asking for bubkas!!! Even if the business didn't do well, it would've barely caused a dent in any of the sharks wallets!

[@FusionDeveloper]

7:24 you can tell Wally Amos has watched Shark Tank before.

[@mmoney416]

RIP Famous Amos

[@Celebscandal]

"I was lucky, but you are not, so for that reason, I am out!" -Barb

[@DSLACA]

Damen would've gave him 75k out of respect

[@rustyricardo6532]

RIP Wally

[@girlonlaptop]

They should have just invested the 50k out of respect for his life legacy.

[@switchunboxing]

That would’ve been cool, but that would’ve been just like throwing money down the drain.

[@WonderfullyMade_Lex]

Aww, he's my neighbor, great spirit 🌺. He needs sound financial & business advise.

[@rukam3]

Yes, he does. Maybe I can provide financial & business advice. Introduce us please.

[@idm1738]

I would buy his cookies 💛

[@user-bx4ti6ig3i]

That man was so cute and pure. So sad they shut him down.

[@kenyann4906]

Hey guys we should turn this guys situation around. Everybody in the comments is saying good things about him -- how he had such great positive energy when they met him etc. Others are talking about his struggles for years. He only needs 5,000 people to commit $10 to him. I will do it. He probably needs a website with his cookies to reach us the customers directly. I could help with that too

[@coreyj.9357]

I would donate too. Let's give him what he needs

[@thedarkdade]

RIP buddy .

[@RebeccaDhillon]

🎉*Kazoo serenade* 🎉 cOoKiEs fOR tHe SHARKS! cOoKIeS For ThE sHaRkS… I love this man ❤

[@rickyli5455]

That was fckn sad. It made my rainy day.

[@axgelbxnny]

my heart hurt seeing this, and not one of them threw him a lifeline? come on man…

[@infinitybless7132]

What part did they not hear. He has a great product. He’s not a business man that’s why he’s there. ❤

[@Zylow]

Sadly he went out of business shortly after being in Shark Tank. This was from 2017, so a while ago.

[@switchunboxing]

I bought a lot of em they were SOOO GOOOOOOOOOD. You can buy Tates cookies though in the green package they’re pretty much identical.

[@brianbrown4415]

They are not telling the truth about Wally story he was basically robbed of his idea. Just like many who invent.

[@moealsharif13]

I think no shark took any deal because in case of any success, they would be vulnerable to a lawsuit since his image was used on shark tank to promote the new brand!

[@iamchefayesha]

I’m from Pakistan and I’ve seen his products. I feel so much bad for such a nice and humble man. God bless him

[@inlangford]

If he was smart he would just try to get a job with the current owners of famous Amos cookies to do commercials and such with his great attitude and likability!

[@switchunboxing]

I think he was doing that at one point but making cookies is his real passion

[@lifewk]

“If was smart” you can stop right there. How disgusting to even begin that statement like that. Shame on you.

[@narcissus1111]

@@lifewkJust because something offends you or you consider it rude doesn’t make it less true

[@rukam3]

You’re a nasty person. No respect 🤡

[@cenote100]

Wally seems like a nice guy, but he is not smart in any sense of the word. The second owner of famous Amos paid him just to be a sports person. He lasted a year .

[@thepredicate7089]

Famous Amos I’m pretty sure a lot of people in the comment section has supported this brand in the early years & was never disappointed in the product but it was disappointing to watch millionaires & billionaires turn down the offer that was presented I mean one of them could have given him 50,000 dollars or ATLEAST 5 of them could have given the Legendary Man 10,000 dollars each that’s 50,000 but he’s gonna continue to journey forward without help Cuz WALLY AMOS IS COOKIE CERTIFIED 🍪✊🏾

[@echad6259]

To recapture the magic that made the first one a classic...

[@switchunboxing]

I loved the cookie kahuna way better than famous Amos

[@justinchoufi2446]

This hit my page Aug 28th/2024 - I looked him up, turns out he Died Aug 13th/2024...R.I.P Wally!! :(

[@Buggu3]

This breaks my heart so bad…. So many ppl falls victim bcuz they don’t know bizness and not educated …funny it’s other shark who took advantage of him

[@theonemanshow89108]

I love this guy I met him before when he owns his shop in Hollywood California he gave me and my twin brother a free cookie what an awesome guy I will always buy cookie from him❤

[@absolutnadia]

Oh wow! He’s the one behind those delicious cookies famous Amos? Ugh I want some now 🤤

[@Euphria89]

That’s why education in any form is key.

[@freshmanclass]

My cousin was OBSESSED with famous Amos cookies..I’m praying for his physical and financial wellness, I absolutely hate the fact that they used this man the way they did

[@adalbertoramirez3151]

Can't believe that I've eaten lots of those famous amos cookies and the man who started the company wound up with nothing. Life can be cruel

[@noelr1010]

Damn that sucks for business but he seems very happy at 80 years old. Not many ppl make it to 80, let alone have a great story to tell.

[@latriciaclark8462]

Amos- Clark FAMILY - LOVE YOU COUSIN Wally ❤💔❤️

[@davidhagler8475]

Wow, he seems like a really good guy! So positive and thankful. I was really rooting for him to get a deal.

[@LEGENDCITYest1963]

I think all five of them should have invested $10,000 each each taken 4% and if it didn't work out it didn't work out but at least you help this guy.

[@eizyaws]

If they sell it in Texas at HEB I'll buy it this weekend. This guy is legendary status.

[@brodynikelover]

he’s out of business

[@wadewillson9220]

This is from 2017 it's been out of business for years

[@eizyaws]

😢😢😢😢

[@tobiramasenju6290]

HEB is king people will never understand

[@ravipatel9974]

Heb is one of our customers actually I’ve never been to one tho and we have his cookies in all of our vending machines😆 too