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Hello Kitty designer bows out after 40 years in charge

  • Hello Kitty started life as an illustration on a vinyl coin purse
  • The cute Japanese character has become a global mega brand
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Hello Kitty – the cute, enigmatic character – turns 50 on Friday

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