Hasbro, Inc. [HAS] to Ring The NASDAQ Stock Market Opening Bell

ADVISORY, Feb. 11, 2013 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --

What:

Hasbro, Inc. [HAS], a branded play company providing children and families around the world with a wide-range of immersive entertainment offerings, will visit the NASDAQ MarketSite in Times Square.

In 2013, Hasbro will celebrate the 30th anniversary of its beloved MY LITTLE PONY brand. From inspiring celebrity fashion trends to a top-rated television series, "My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic," an expansive licensing program and engaging product line-up, the MY LITTLE PONY brand continues to be a pop culture mainstay.

In honor of the occasion, Brian D. Goldner, President & CEO, John Frascotti, CMO and Deb Thomas, CFO will ring the Opening Bell.

Where:

NASDAQ MarketSite – 4 Times Square – 43^rd & Broadway – Broadcast Studio

When:

Tuesday, February 12, 2013 – 9:15 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. ET

Contacts:

Investor Relations:
Debbie Hancock
(401) 727-5464
dhancock@hasbro.com

Brand Publicity:
Julie Duffy
(401) 727-5931
JDuffy@hasbro.com

NASDAQ MarketSite:

Jen Knapp
(212) 401-8916
Jennifer.knapp@nasdaqomx.com

Feed Information:

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Webcast:

A live webcast of the NASDAQ Opening Bell will be available at: http://www.nasdaq.com/about/marketsitetowervideo.asx.

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About Hasbro, Inc. [HAS]:

Hasbro, Inc. HAS is a branded play company dedicated to fulfilling the fundamental need for play for children and families through creative expression of the Company's world class brand portfolio, including TRANSFORMERS, MONOPOLY, PLAY-DOH, MY LITTLE PONY, MAGIC: THE GATHERING, NERF, LITTLEST PET SHOP and G.I. JOE.  From toys and games, to television programming, motion pictures, digital gaming and a comprehensive licensing program, Hasbro strives to delight its global customers with innovative play and entertainment experiences, in a variety of forms and formats, anytime and anywhere. The Company's Hasbro Studios develops and produces television programming for more than 170 markets around the world, and in the U.S. on The Hub TV Network, part of a multi-platform joint venture between Hasbro and Discovery Communications DISCA DISCB DISCK. Through the company's deep commitment to corporate social responsibility, including philanthropy, Hasbro is helping to build a safe and sustainable world for future generations and to positively impact the lives of millions of children and families every year. It has been recognized for its efforts by being named one of the "World's Most Ethical Companies" and is ranked as one of Corporate Responsibility Magazine's "100 Best Corporate Citizens." Learn more at www.hasbro.com.

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