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↑ Barney’s World is Debuting on Cartoonito on Cartoon Network and Max in 2024 Retrieved May 16, 2023.

Directly following the initial announcement of the series, various individuals confirmed themselves publicly to be involved with the relaunch, including Adam Mezgec (music supervisor) and Laura Nikolic (Supervising Music Producer).

David Bernard Wolf the former musical director of the franchise, expressed interest in wanting to compose the music for the relaunch.

However, West later confirmed on his April 16th 2023 livestream, that he will not be returning as the voice of Barney for the relaunch, but has expressed interest in doing something for the show.

Bob West, the original voice of Barney, expressed interest in wanting to return as the voice Barney for the relaunch.

Merchandise for the series was first shown off at Licensing Expo 2023 at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada from June 13-15, 2023.

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With the initial announcement of the relaunch, it's also set to bring forth a full range of kids’ products including toys, books, clothing, and more in 2025. Notable criticisms came from David Joyner, the original body of Barney on Barney & Friends, Jessica Zucha, who portrayed Tina on Barney & The Backyard Gang and Barney & Friends, and Dianna De La Garza, the mother of Demi Lovato, who portrayed Angela on Barney & Friends, with the latter two disapproving the change. Upon the initial announcement of the animated series, the initial first look at the redesigned Barney drew criticism. Executive Producer Pam Westman confirmed that the series would air on the Treehouse TV network in Canada. On May 9, 2023, it was officially revealed that the series would air on Cartoonito and stream on Max. Upon the initial announcement, Mattel confirmed that the relaunch will be available for streaming, and broadcast partners were to be announced later in 2023. The title of the series, now called Barney's World, was officially revealed on May 9, 2023. First look at the animated Barney relaunch.

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