Mr. Peanut, the beloved mascot of Planters Peanuts is dead, at the age of 104. only 24 years older than Food Processing, the laugh-inducing legume died while saving the lives of Wesley Snipes and Matt Walsh. 

We’re devastated to confirm that Mr. Peanut is gone. He died doing what he did best – having people’s backs when they needed him most. #RIPeanut pic.twitter.com/12PyWYJB7J

— The Estate of Mr. Peanut (@MrPeanut) January 22, 2020

Funeral arrangements can be found on the Planters website; however many sources have indicated the funeral will be held during the third quarter of the Super Bowl on February 2.

"Its nuts that hes gone," said Food Processings Editor in Chief Dave Fusaro. 

It is with heavy hearts that we confirm that Mr. Peanut has died at 104. In the ultimate selfless act, he sacrificed himself to save his friends when they needed him most. Please pay your respects with #RIPeanut pic.twitter.com/VFnEFod4Zp

— The Estate of Mr. Peanut (@MrPeanut) January 22, 2020

“It’s with heavy hearts that we confirm Mr. Peanut has passed away at 104 years old,” Samantha Hess, Planters Brand Manager at Kraft Heinz, said in a statement. “He will be remembered as the legume who always brought people together for nutty adventures and a good time. We encourage fans to tune in to Mr. Peanut’s funeral during the third quarter of the Super Bowl to celebrate his life.”

Rest in Peace indeed.