At 50, Hello Kitty is as ‘kawaii’ and lucrative as ever
Hello Kitty turns 50 on Friday. Befitting a pop icon at midlife, the bow-wearing character’s fictional birthday has brought museum exhibits, a theme park spectacle and accolades.
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Who is Hello Kitty? The beloved character, who is not a cat, celebrates her 50th birthday
Hello Kitty is saying hello to 50 on Friday and celebrating with her global fan club. Across the world, fans of the iconic cartoon brand are commemorating the golden anniversary with special pop ...
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Hello Kitty, probably the world's most valuable cat, is turning 50
Kitty White - Hello Kitty's real name - was "born" on November 1, 1974, in the suburbs of London. According to company legend she weighs as much as three apples and her height is the same as five ...
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Hello Kitty Stratocaster: Fender’s Purr-fect 50th Anniversary Celebration
Fender reintroduces the Hello Kitty Stratocaster for its 50th anniversary, blending iconic style with legendary sound.
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Retired UH professor reflects on the 50-year-old icon Hello Kitty
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 ...
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University of Hawai‘i expert on Hello Kitty attributes global icon’s popularity to design, as character celebrates 50 years
Yano is recognized for her expertise in cultural anthropology and Japanese popular culture. She is author of the 2013 book ...