Ty Warner founded Ty Inc. in 1986 with the dream of creating a stuffed animal kids could afford. At just $5, Beanie Babies hit the shelves in 1993 and soon became a cult favorite — not only ...

This Ty Beanie Baby, circa 1993, is one of the original nine and quite the rare find. He may pinch and eat his food inch by inch, but that doesn’t mean he’s not worth a pretty penny.

The long-shuttered Four Seasons Hotel in New York will finally reopen in September after an epic, four-year battle with reclusive billionaire Beanie Babies tycoon Ty Warner – with the impasse ...

Beanie Babies were a massive hit in the 1990s, but quickly faded into relative obscurity. The once popular children’s toys now draw a different crowd — collectors. Explore More: 6 Popular ...