We already knew Strawberry Shortcake was a sexy goner, but — et tu, Tinkerbell? In this brave new world, every childhood icon is lissome and dressed in tight jeans. And when she's not? Well, let's just say these fairies must have a good waxer. We're not even going to talk about the sexy horse. See the whole gallery

On the occasion of Shortcake's 30th birthday, Jeanne Sager over at CafeMom makes a strong case for the sweetly-scented patch-dweller as a champion of diversity.

In honor of Comic Con and her big 3-0, Strawberry Shortcake has a special edition outfit and a berry chill knit hat that's totally ready for cool nights at Burning Man!

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First they came for Strawberry Shortcake and we said nothing. Then they came for the Care Bears and we said nothing. But now they've come for Rainbow Brite, and this means war.

If you fantasize about remote-controlled zombies, Twilight action figures, mod Barbies or a doll of that new black princess from Disney's The Princess and the Frog, you're in luck: Entertainment Earth has what you need.

The news that 80's video game Asteroids will soon be made into a major motion picture got me thinking: why aren't there any action films based on 80s toys primarily aimed at girls? A few suggestions, after the jump.

The Disney Princesses are getting a makeover. This, with the news that Dora The Explorer will come in a shopping-obsessed tween version and that horrifying Strawberry Shortcake revamp is upsetting. Hey, toymakers: Quit it.

Another Friday, another national food holiday: Today, it's all about strawberries. Discussions involving false fruit, animated characters, NY Mets outfielders and Beatles songs, in the comments. (Don't forget to save room for dessert.) [The Nibble]

Need a reason to bang your head on your desk today? A reader has sent in a pic of this Strawberry Shortcake puzzle, wherein the beloved character has been designed to resemble Carrie Bradshaw.