TLL Staff Sephora Collection has partnered with the Tabasco brand on a limited-edition beauty collaboration that brings the hot sauce maker into the cosmetics category for the first time. The deal was facilitated by IMG Licensing. The collaboration centers on Sephora Collection’s Outrageous Plump Volume Effect Lip Gloss, formulated with chili pepper extract and hyaluronic … [Read more...] about Sephora and Tabasco Launch Spicy, Limited-Edition Lip Gloss Line
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Gibson Partners With Keith Richards on Limited-Edition ES-355 Replicas
TLL Staff Gibson has announced a new partnership with Rolling Stones co-founder Keith Richards, unveiling two limited-edition recreations of his iconic 1960 Gibson ES-355 guitar. The collaboration introduces the Keith Richards 1960 ES-355 Collector’s Edition, Signed Guitar and Label, and the Keith Richards 1960 ES-355, Signed Label, both handcrafted by Gibson Custom in … [Read more...] about Gibson Partners With Keith Richards on Limited-Edition ES-355 Replicas
“Truly Seen and Heard:” Mattel Releases First-Ever Autistic Barbie
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Mattel has smashed an important barrier for autistic children by introducing its first-ever autistic Barbie doll. The new doll is part of the ever-expanding Barbie Fashionistas line. It was developed in collaboration with the autistic community and designed to reflect a range of lived experiences associated with autism. In creating the new … [Read more...] about “Truly Seen and Heard:” Mattel Releases First-Ever Autistic Barbie
Early Bird Registration for Licensing Expo 2026 Ends January 31
TLL Staff There's just a few weeks left to take advantage of Early Bird registration discounts for Licensing Expo 2026. Organizer Informa Markets says early registration will end on January 31 for this year's Expo, which returns to the Mandalay Bay resort from May 19–21. Licensing Expo 2026 is expected to bring together 5,000-plus brands for opportunities to engage with … [Read more...] about Early Bird Registration for Licensing Expo 2026 Ends January 31
Hollywood Thriller: Warner Bros. Sticks With Netflix, Rebuffs Paramount Bid
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The board of Warner Bros. Discovery voted unanimously to reject a bid from Paramount this week, and urged shareholders to vote against it as well. The dramatic takeover battle see WBD continuing to support a bid from Netflix for its streaming and studio businesses, with a plan to separately spin off the Warner Bros. cable TV … [Read more...] about Hollywood Thriller: Warner Bros. Sticks With Netflix, Rebuffs Paramount Bid
Ladybug and Cat Noir Hit the Stage in Live Production of ‘Miraculous’
TLL Staff Miraculous characters Ladybug and Cat Noir will be getting a taste of the limelight, as partner Monlove announces plans for a live stage performance. Miraculous Corp., the joint venture between partner studios Mediawan and ZAG, says it has signed a deal with entertainment producer Monlove for the 'Miraculous Live Stage Spectacular'. Featuring superheroes Ladybug and … [Read more...] about Ladybug and Cat Noir Hit the Stage in Live Production of ‘Miraculous’
Kevin Hart Becomes Partner and Investor in Authentic Brands Group
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Caption: Hollywood comic actor Kevin Hart (left), with Authentic Brands Group CEO Jamie Salter. Image credit: ABG The Hollywood actor and comedian Kevin Hart has entered into a deep partnership with global licensing giant Authentic Brands Group. A joint statement says the partnership has two primary facets. Through the agreement, Hart and … [Read more...] about Kevin Hart Becomes Partner and Investor in Authentic Brands Group
Lego Unveils the Future of Play With High Tech ‘Smart Brick’
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The Lego Group has unveiled a new technology called the Smart Brick that will redefine how kids and kidults alike will play with the popular building bricks. Lego unveiled the new LEGO SMART Play system at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, displaying a typical 2X4 Lego brick containing a tiny computer that interacts with … [Read more...] about Lego Unveils the Future of Play With High Tech ‘Smart Brick’
Care Bears Make Their First Foray Into Location-Based Entertainment
TLL Staff Cloudco Entertainment is expanding the Care Bears brand into location-based experiences with the opening of its first official Care Bears Play Area in the United States. The interactive play space is scheduled to debut in January at Barton Creek Square in Austin, Texas. Developed in collaboration with retail real estate company Simon, the Care Bears Play Area is … [Read more...] about Care Bears Make Their First Foray Into Location-Based Entertainment
Disney-Pixar Partner With PuraVida Foods on Healthy Frozen Meals
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Pura Vida Foods has released a new line of frozen meals that combine healthy choices with the fun of popular Disney and Pixar characters. PuraVida Foods just expanded its KidsLife brand in December with the new line of licensed frozen meals, marking the brand’s latest move into character-driven food products. “We built PuraVida on the … [Read more...] about Disney-Pixar Partner With PuraVida Foods on Healthy Frozen Meals