By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Ground Up and Sanrio are expanding their footwear licensing partnership with new Hello Kitty and Friends sneakers sold exclusively at Kids Foot Locker. The licensed sneaker design features art of well-known characters from the Sanrio franchise including Kuromi, My Melody, Cinnamoroll, Pompompurin and Hello Kitty herself. Alongside the Hello … [Read more...] about Ground Up and Sanrio Debut Delightful Hello Kitty Sneakers
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Foster Grant Releases Some ‘Wicked Good’ Eyewear
TLL Staff Foster Grant is giving Wicked fans a clear-eyed choice of 'Which Witch Will You Be' with a new eyewear release. Foster Grant is one of the world’s leading over-the-counter eyewear brands, and has just unveiled the second instalment of its Wicked x Foster Grant collection, ahead of the upcoming release of Wicked: For Good The brand is introducing two new … [Read more...] about Foster Grant Releases Some ‘Wicked Good’ Eyewear
Disney Renews Mattel Deal For Disney Princess and Frozen Dolls
TLL Staff Disney has given Mattel its royal seal of approval, renewing its multi-year global licensing agreement covering the Disney Princess and Frozen franchises. Those two brands are two of the most successful doll lines in the world, even rivalling Mattel's own Barbie franchise, so the renewal is a major—although fully expected—deal for Mattel. Through the agreement, … [Read more...] about Disney Renews Mattel Deal For Disney Princess and Frozen Dolls
Miraculous Celebrates 10 Years With New Products and Season Six Launch
TLL Staff Miraculous - Tales of Ladybug and Cat Noir is marking its 10th anniversary with an ambitious slate of new licensed products and collaborations. The new products are coming out just in time for the 2025 holiday season, and while new episodes from Season Six continue their debut on Disney Channel, Disney XD, and Disney+. Since its debut in 2015, Miraculous has won … [Read more...] about Miraculous Celebrates 10 Years With New Products and Season Six Launch
Teddy Mountain Producing Plush Toys for Fraggle Rock Fans
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The Fraggles are back, as Teddy Mountain LLC has signed a deal to produce plush toys for the Jim Henson Company. Under the agreement, Teddy Mountain will create and distribute fully stuffed as well as DIY branded plush toys featuring characters from Henson’s beloved Fraggle Rock series. "Partnering with the iconic Jim Henson Company is an … [Read more...] about Teddy Mountain Producing Plush Toys for Fraggle Rock Fans
BaubleBar Sparkles With New Limited-Edition Peanuts Jewelry Collection
TLL Staff Accessories brand BaubleBar is bringing Snoopy, Charlie Brown and the Peanuts gang into the jewelry box. Baublebar just announced the launch of a limited-edition collection inspired by Charles M. Schulz’s beloved comic strip. The nine-piece lineup, available now on baublebar.com, includes necklaces, bracelets, statement rings and the brand’s popular crystal bag … [Read more...] about BaubleBar Sparkles With New Limited-Edition Peanuts Jewelry Collection
Gotendai Using AI to Turn Care Bears Into ‘Digital Companions’
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Cloudco Entertainment is partnering with artificial intelligence startup Gotendai to launch an interactive mobile app featuring the Care Bears as digital companions. The app, set to debut in early 2026 on iOS in the U.S., will allow users to interact with 3D animated versions of classic Care Bears, including Grumpy Bear, Bedtime Bear and … [Read more...] about Gotendai Using AI to Turn Care Bears Into ‘Digital Companions’
Peanuts Marks 75th Anniversary With Global Wave of Partnerships and Experiences
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Peanuts is celebrating its 75th anniversary by rolling out a wide range of collaborations, products, and live experiences designed to engage fans across generations. The milestone year is being celebrated with new licensing partnerships brokered by WildBrain CPLG, which represents the brand across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, India, and … [Read more...] about Peanuts Marks 75th Anniversary With Global Wave of Partnerships and Experiences
Hasbro, Disney Expand Play-Doh Collaboration With Mickey Mouse Playsets
TLL Staff Hasbro and Disney Consumer Products are expanding their partnership to introduce a new line of Play-Doh playsets inspired by Disney characters. The debut collection centers on Disney Jr.’s Mickey Mouse Clubhouse, a series that has been a fixture for pre-school audiences. The new playsets, available now on Amazon, are designed to encourage early cognitive growth and … [Read more...] about Hasbro, Disney Expand Play-Doh Collaboration With Mickey Mouse Playsets
Who’s News: Sesame Workshop Names Kendall Hubert EVP of Revenue and Philanthropy
TLL Staff Sesame Workshop has appointed Kendall Hubert as executive vice president of revenue and philanthropy and chief development officer, the non-profit announced Monday. Hubert will be responsible for driving revenue growth, expanding philanthropic development and leading fundraising efforts for the organization, which produces the long-running children’s program Sesame … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Sesame Workshop Names Kendall Hubert EVP of Revenue and Philanthropy