At some point, Sanrio designated Kitty’s birthday as Nov. 1, the same as Shimizu’s. Her background was embellished with hobbies that included playing piano, reading and baking. Her TV ...

Here's some background on Hello Kitty and reactions from fans who are ... “When I was a child, I got a small white kitten from my father for a birthday present,” Shimizu said, per the British ...

He's still mad about 'Firefly' getting canceled. This year marks the 50th birthday of Hello Kitty, but the character has become so ubiquitous over the years that it's easy to lose track of her ...

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 ...