April O’Neil here with breaking news! Recently the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles teamed up with Prospect 100 for a Global Design Competition where young artists were encouraged to reimagine the TMNT and submit their digital artwork for chance to have an official merchandise collaboration. Now, the winning design by artist Lily Stock has been chosen and is available on Amazon in the form of t-shirts, bags, PopGrips and more! Click here to check it out!

News Flash! Nickelodeon sent us a box full of goodies to help launch the collection, so I assembled the Channel 6 News Team (otherwise known as me and my phone) and did an unboxing.

A few pics of the new TMNT artwork and items:

Thinking of being April O’Neil for Halloween? Click here to check out my Amazon Page where I have the costume and wig tagged! The suit is actually pretty nice, though I’d suggest looking for a pair of white boots to go with it. Boot tops always look a bit funny. I also added the cube I put on the microphone. I printed out the “6” sticker on label paper to stick on the cube.

Who Are the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles?

The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, often abbreviated as TMNT, are a fictional team of four teenage anthropomorphic turtles, named after Italian Renaissance artists, trained in ninjutsu by their master and adoptive father rat, Splinter. The turtles reside in the sewers of New York City and fight petty and hardcore criminals, evil overlords, and alien invaders while attempting to remain hidden from society.

The team of turtles consists of Leonardo, Michelangelo, Donatello, and Raphael, each named after a Renaissance artist known for their skills and talents. Leonardo leads the group and wields two katana swords, Michelangelo is the jokester with proficiency in nunchucks, Donatello is the brains of the team and carries a bo staff, and Raphael is the hot-tempered fighter who prefers twin sai weapons.

First Time on TV

The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles made their debut on television in 1987, captivating audiences with their unique personalities, adventurous lifestyle, and their ongoing battle against the villainous Shredder and his loyal foot soldiers. The animated TV series quickly gained popularity, earning a dedicated fanbase with its action-packed episodes and catchy theme song. Throughout the years, the TMNT franchise has expanded to include comic books, video games, movies, and various merchandise.

Franchise History

Created by Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles first appeared in comic book form in 1984. The success of the comic led to the development of the animated TV series, propelling the characters to even greater heights of fame. Over the years, the TMNT franchise has undergone reboots, adaptations, and continuations, ensuring that the legacy of the beloved crime-fighting turtles endures for new generations of fans to enjoy.