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If You Think You Know Hello Kitty, These 8 Facts About Sanrio's Mascot Will Prove You Wrong

The Sanrio Company has designed hundreds of characters since 1960, when the company was initially founded, but none have earned quite the level of fame that Hello Kitty has. Since her inception back ...
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Hello Kitty Isn't a Cat: It's Time You Met Kitty White, Sanrio's Secret Kawaii Icon

One of the most revered pop culture icons of all time is, of course, none other than Sanrio's Hello Kitty herself. The original concept for Hello Kitty was first designed all the way back in 1947, and ...
Springfield News-Leader

Hello Kitty turns 50 in November. Here's how Springfield collectors are celebrating

Somebody grab the birthday candles, because in a few months, Hello Kitty is celebrating her 50th birthday. Hello Kitty, a white anthropomorphic cat known for her red hair bow and blue overalls, was ...
Washington Times

At 50, Hello Kitty is as ‘kawaii’ and lucrative as ever

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 ...