Who is Hello Kitty?

Hello Kitty, real name Kitty White, is a kind and bright girl born in the suburbs of London, England. Sanrio designed Hello Kitty in 1974 and celebrates her birthday on November 1st. 

Fun Facts about Hello Kitty

• Hello Kitty's hobbies are baking cookies and playing the piano
• Hello Kitty's favorite food her mom's apple pie
• Hello Kitty is the height of 5 apples
• Hello Kitty is the weight of 3 apples

Hello Kitty dreams of being a pianist or a poet, which explains why her favorite subjects are music and English. Hello Kitty has several treasures: a fairy tale book, an album full of memories, and a key found in the forest. 

Hello Kitty's parents are George and Mary White. Hello Kitty is a twin and her sister is named Mimi. Mimi is shy and she wears a a ribbon on her right ear to distinguish herself from Kitty whose ribbon is on the right. 

Daniel Starr (also known as Dear Daniel) is Hello Kitty's childhood friend and boyfriend. He is sensitive and sentimental, moved by the smallest things. Like Kitty, he plays the piano.

Hello Kitty is friends with Tiny Chum, Joey (her best friend in class), Judy, Lottie, Raleigh, Tim & Tammy, Fifi, Tippy, Tracy, Jodie, and Thomas. 

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