McDonald’s “Karen” The Most Heartwarming Filipino Commercial Ever In 2001, McDonald’s Philippines released a TV commercial that became one of the most unforgettable ads in the country’s history. Simply called “Karen,” this touching story captured the hearts of millions of Filipinos and is still remembered today. The commercial shows a quiet moment between a loving grandfather and his granddaughter. Lolo’s memory is fading, but his love remains. In the most emotional scene, he wraps half of his b