Hello Kitty's Besties! Meet the Sanrio Characters Debuting in 2026 That Fans Will Be Obsessed with (Exclusive)

Twelve of Hello Kitty's friends are being introduced in the US for the first time by Sanrio. The new characters will be ...
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Sanrio to introduce 12 Hello Kitty friends to US audiences in 2026

Sanrio has announced plans to introduce 12 of Hello Kitty’s friends to the US market in 2026, offering fans their first ...
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Hello Kitty Isn't Sanrio's Best-Selling Character and Like it or Not, That's a Very Good Thing

Few brand mascots are as globally recognizable as Hello Kitty. Since her debut in 1974, the mouthless feline has become synonymous with Japanese "kawaii" culture, adorning everything from pencil cases ...
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Is Hello Kitty a Cat? Cartoon Character Explained

For years, Hello Kitty has captivated the hearts of fans worldwide, yet questions about her true identity persist. Is Hello Kitty really a cat, or is there more to her story? Created by Sanrio, this ...
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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-ups, ...
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Hello Kitty turns 50 — but did you know she's not a cat? Plus more fun facts

Hello Kitty, the beloved cartoon character that's brought smiles to kids and adults around the world for generations, is celebrating her 50th anniversary this year. The Japanese company Sanrio first ...
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Hello Kitty Creator Confirms Beloved Character Is Not a Cat

Japanese company Sanrio is setting the record straight about their beloved character, Hello Kitty — and no, it is not a cat. Sanrio’s senior vice president of marketing and brand management Jill Koch, ...