HELLO KITTY CELEBRATES 50 YEARS OF SPREADING "KAWAII" AROUND THE WORLD
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On Friday, one of Japan's most iconic characters, Hello Kitty, celebrated her 50th birthday. Created by Sanrio in 1974, Hello Kitty, also known as Kitty White, began her life as a "kawaii" (cute) character on a coin purse and evolved into a global cultural phenomenon, charming fans with her cheerful appearance and wholesome spirit.