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This Halloween store is selling a ‘debate fly wig’ based on the VP debate

The vice presidential debate buzzed with excitement after a fly was seen. One store took advantage.

By Herb Scribner Herb Scribnerhscribner@deseretnews.com
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Moderator Susan Page tries to reign in Vice President Mike Pence as he talks past his allotted time during his debate against Democratic challenger Sen. Kamala Harris, D-Calif., in the vice presidential debate at Kingsbury Hall at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City on Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2020.

Moderator Susan Page tries to reign in Vice President Mike Pence as he talks past his allotted time during his debate against Democratic challenger Sen. Kamala Harris, D-Calif., in the vice presidential debate at Kingsbury Hall at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City on Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2020.

Spenser Heaps, Deseret News

An online Halloween store decided to capitalize on the buzz surrounding the fly mishap at the vice presidential debate by selling a wig.

What’s going on?

The Halloween store 3Wishes is selling a “Debate Fly Wig” — inspired by the moment from the recent vice presidential debate when a fly literally landed on Vice President Mike Pence’s head.

  • The wig — currently in stock — costs $49.95.
  • The white hairpiece has a fake fly on top of it.
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The description reads:

Look fly and steal the spotlight at your next party with this Debate Fly Wig, perfect for when being a fly on the wall just won’t do! You’ll want to get caught in the crossfire with this special item featuring a deluxe, high-quality silver white wig with an attached, oversized black fly and Flag lapel pin included! Suit and plexiglass partition not included.

The fly ignited a social media buzz as people across the country — including Utah Jazz star Donovan Mitchell — reacted to the moment.

“Is that a fly???” Mitchell tweeted.