As Nancy enters a new creative era under acclaimed cartoonist Caroline Cash, three enduring properties accelerate global licensing, promotional, consumer products, and entertainment initiatives

TORONTO and KANSAS CITY, Mo., Nov. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Bridge Licensing and Andrews McMeel Universal (AMU) today announced a new global licensing partnership naming Bridge Licensing as the licensing agency for the iconic comic properties Ziggy, Nancy, and Lio. The appointment covers worldwide consumer products, promotional partnerships, digital products, gaming initiatives, and experiential licensing opportunities.

The partnership represents a strategic investment in three timeless properties whose humor, characters, and cultural relevance continue to resonate with audiences today. At a time when retailers, licensees, and brand partners are increasingly seeking proven intellectual property with authentic consumer recognition, Ziggy, Nancy, and Lio offer a unique combination of awareness, nostalgia, contemporary appeal, and untapped licensing potential.

Together, these properties represent decades of audience engagement, instantly recognizable visual identities, and enduring storytelling that has successfully transcended generations. While rooted in rich creative legacies, each brand remains remarkably relevant to modern consumers and is well-positioned for expansion across consumer products, promotions, digital initiatives, experiential activations, and broader entertainment opportunities.

Ziggy, created by the late Tom Wilson and continued today by his son, Tom Wilson, Jr., remains one of the most recognizable and beloved characters in American popular culture. With his optimistic outlook, relatable observations, and unmistakable visual style, Ziggy continues to connect with audiences today as meaningfully as ever. The character’s timeless appeal creates significant opportunities across consumer products, brand collaborations, experiential activations, and entertainment initiatives.

Nancy, one of the most influential and longest-running comic strips in history, is entering an exciting new era under acclaimed cartoonist Caroline Cash. While honoring the property’s rich heritage and iconic place in popular culture, Cash’s fresh creative vision is introducing Nancy to a new generation of fans and reinforcing the brand’s contemporary relevance. The combination of legendary brand recognition and new creative momentum creates an exciting platform for licensing, promotions, consumer products, and entertainment partnerships.

Lio, created by Mark Tatulli, has cultivated a passionate following through its distinctive visual storytelling, clever humor, and imaginative world-building. Its unique creative voice and instantly recognizable aesthetic create compelling opportunities for innovative consumer products, digital experiences, gaming initiatives, and strategic collaborations.

“What makes these properties so exciting is not simply their history, it’s their continued relevance,” said Stuart Pollock, Chief Strategic Partnership Officer of Bridge Licensing. “Ziggy, Nancy and Lio have each built authentic relationships with audiences that transcend generations. Today’s consumers are drawn to brands with heritage, personality, and emotional resonance, and these properties deliver all three. We see meaningful opportunities across licensing, consumer products, digital media, strategic brand partnerships, entertainment initiatives, promotional programs, and experiential activations worldwide.”

“These brands have remained culturally relevant because they continue to evolve while staying true to what audiences love about them,” said Bridget McMeel, Co-Founder and Executive Producer at Andrews McMeel Entertainment. “With Caroline Cash helping guide Nancy into its next chapter and Bridge Licensing leading our global consumer products efforts, we’re excited to introduce Ziggy, Nancy, and Lio to new partners, new audiences, and new opportunities around the world.”

Bridge Licensing is actively seeking partners across a broad range of categories including apparel, accessories, home décor, collectibles, toys and games, stationery, food and beverage collaborations, promotional partnerships, digital products, location-based experiences, and entertainment-related initiatives.

About Bridge Licensing

Bridge Licensing is a global brand licensing agency specializing in entertainment, creator-driven properties, lifestyle brands, and cultural icons. The company develops strategic licensing programs, retail initiatives, promotional partnerships, brand collaborations, and consumer engagement opportunities designed to transform intellectual property into meaningful consumer experiences and long-term business growth.

About Andrews McMeel Universal

Andrews McMeel Universal is home to some of the world’s most beloved and enduring entertainment properties, connecting audiences across generations through iconic characters, distinctive storytelling, and globally recognized brands. Its portfolio includes cultural touchstones such as Ziggy, Nancy, and Lio, which continue to engage fans through multiple consumer touchpoints worldwide.

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Why this story matters: In an era where the marketplace increasingly values evergreen intellectual property with built-in awareness and multigenerational appeal, Ziggy, Nancy, and Lio offer a rare combination of cultural relevance, audience affinity, and expansion potential. With Nancy entering a new creative chapter under Caroline Cash and renewed investment in global licensing efforts, these iconic brands are positioned for meaningful growth across consumer products, promotional partnerships, experiential activations, and entertainment initiatives.

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