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Hello Kitty is now 50. Befitting a pop icon at midlife, the bubble-­headed, bow-wearing character’s fictional birthday has ...

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Hello Kitty turns 50 on Friday. Befitting a pop icon at midlife, the bubble-headed, bow-wearing character's fictional ...

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Hello Kitty turns 50! Explore her surprising journey from cartoon cat to global icon and learn why she's actually a little ...