Beanie Babies, created by Ty Inc. in the 1990s, became a massive collectible craze, with rare versions fetching thousands of dollars at their peak. The original nine Beanie Babies, along with ...

“I grew up with Beanie Babies, but that’s just not something ... “I kind of fell for the viral craze and wanted to be able to say, ‘I have my own Cookie,'” she said.

The popularity of Beanie Babies and the rise of eBay created a ... "We immediately knew we wanted Zach," Gore remembered calling him "charming" and "likable" with "a depth he doesn't get to ...

The plush toy clearly resonated with X users, as did its narrative of being the Beanie Baby “nobody wanted.” While some users believe Cookie has an ugly-cute allure, others find the toy makes ...

At just $5, Beanie Babies hit the shelves in 1993 and soon became a cult favorite — not only because of their cute factor, but also their supposed high resale value. The plush toys were largely ...