In celebration of Hello Kitty’s milestone 50th anniversary this November 1, fans worldwide can join the festivities with Sanrio’s special November calendar printable. This month is not only a ...

And according to Statistia, as of 2021, Hello Kitty also ranks as the world’s second highest-grossing media franchise behind Pokemon, and ahead of U.S. brands like Mickey Mouse and Star Wars.

28. Megumi Hayashibara, the voice of Hello Kitty, stepped down from her role in 2023 after 33 years. She is also the voice of Team Rocket’s Jessie in the Pokemon franchise. 29. Sanrio Puroland ...

Build-A-Bear Workshop’s IP partnerships have always been one of its biggest differentiators, but now the retailer is bringing ...

Friday marks half a century since Japanese merchandising company Sanrio created the first iteration of Kitty White, or Hello Kitty, a cheerful feline girl (not, as her creator controversially ...

TOKYO -- Hello Kitty turns 50 on Friday. Befitting a pop icon at midlife, the bubble-headed, bow-wearing character's fictional birthday has brought museum exhibits, a theme park spectacle and a ...

TOKYO – Hello Kitty, the cute, enigmatic character that adorns everything from handbags to rice cookers, turns 50 on Nov 1 – and is still making millions for her Japanese creators. The simple ...

The beloved character Hello Kitty turned 50 last Friday. She’s grown from a Japanese character to a global icon. Retired University of Hawaiʻi anthropology professor Christine Yano reflects on the ...

TOKYO (AP) — Hello Kitty turns 50 on Friday. Befitting a pop icon at midlife, the bubble-headed, bow-wearing character’s fictional birthday has brought museum exhibits, a theme park spectacle ...