<Tr> <Th> </Th> <Td> Gidget (1994 - 02 - 07) February 7, 1994 </Td> </Tr> <Tr> <Th> </Th> <Td> July 21, 2009 (2009 - 07 - 21) (aged 15) Santa Clarita, California </Td> </Tr> <P> Gidget (February 7, 1994--July 21, 2009), nicknamed the "Taco Bell Chihuahua", was an advertising figure and mascot for the Taco Bell restaurant chain from May 16, 1993 to October 23, 2004 . It was voiced by Carlos Alazraqui, and developed by TBWA . The Chihuahua is a breed commonly associated with Mexico . </P> <P> At least two dogs were used as models in the commercials . The original dog cast for the lead role was named Dinky, but was replaced at the last minute by the director with the Chihuahua that was originally cast as the "girlfriend" named Gidget . Taco was another Chihuahua and was a stand - in for Gidget . </P>

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