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The Bear Show Celebrates Illinois State Sandwich
'The Bear' has been honored as the official state sandwich of Illinois. The show's Italian Beef sandwich will now hold a special place in Chicago culture, with actor Corey Hendrix present at the ceremony.
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Variety
“The Bear” might be ending soon, but the show’s landmark Italian Beef sandwich isn’t going anywhere: It was recognized as the official state sandwich of Illinois on Wednesday. Corey Hendrix, the Chicago native who plays Gary “Sweeps” Woods in “The Bear,” was present in Spring
2026-05-20 22:30 UTC