Hooters
Coverage of Hooters in the Nexus archive.
- Hooters says kids, families are part of its comeback as waitresses insist they've always been welcome
Hooters' original founders regained control of the restaurant chain after its corporate bankruptcy and pledged to return it to its roots. The chain is emphasizing a focus on kids and families as part of its comeback, while waitresses assert that families have always been welcome.
- Hooters goes bust in several states after bankruptcy and 'family-friendly' rebrand
Hooters has gone bust in several states following bankruptcy and a 'family-friendly' rebranding effort. The closures indicate financial struggles despite the company's attempt to shift its brand image.
- Hooters closes every single location in multiple states: ‘Fell to my knees’
Hooters closed every location in multiple states and filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in March 2025 due to flatlining sales, inflation, and other challenges. The company cited financial struggles as the reason for the closures.
- Hooters in Colonie closes after 15 years
Hooters, located at 70 Wolf Road in Colonie, has closed its doors after operating for 15 years. A sign on the restaurant's door confirmed the closure.
- Hooters aims to rebrand as family-friendly restaraunt
Hooters is working to rebrand itself as a family-friendly restaurant, as stated by CEO Neil Kiefer. The company aims to shift its brand image to appeal to a broader audience.
- Hooters wants you to bring the whole family
Hooters CEO Neil Kiefer is attempting to rebrand the restaurant chain as a family-friendly neighborhood establishment, moving away from its traditional image centered on its servers' revealing uniforms.
- Tucker Carlson stuns Megyn Kelly by revealing CNN star Jake Tapper's old gig at HOOTERS
Tucker Carlson revealed Jake Tapper's past gig at Hooters, surprising Megyn Kelly. The revelation was made on a TV show. Jake Tapper is a CNN star.