Wally Amos, founder of Famous Amos cookies, dies at 88

Wally Amos, the founder of Famous Amos cookies, has passed away at the age of 88. His children confirmed his death, revealing that it was caused by complications of dementia. Known for his boundless optimism and iconic fashion choices, Wally Amos opened his bakery in 1975 on Sunset Boulevard in Los Angeles. The bite-sized chocolate chip cookies became a hit, attracting celebrities and musicians. Despite facing financial struggles, Amos built a successful cookie empire and left a lasting impact on American pop culture. The Amos family and Ferrero, the current owner of Famous Amos Cookies, have not yet commented on the news.