Conjoined twins Abby and Brittany Hensel initially captured the public’s fascination following their appearance on The Oprah Winfrey Show in 1996. In 2012, they starred in the heartwarming TLC reality series Abby and Brittany, which offered viewers a glimpse into their lives. The series showcased moments like driving, traveling to Europe, and even daring adventures like moped riding.
After the show concluded its inaugural season, Abby and Brittany celebrated a significant achievement: both successfully graduated from college with degrees in education. However, their story has taken a new turn, marking a significant milestone as one of the sisters recently married in a highly private ceremony, a momentous occasion celebrated by their close-knit circle.
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Over the past ten years, the sisters have achieved significant feats as they work as fifth-grade teachers in Minnesota. Also, Abby’s marriage to Josh Bowling, a nurse and U.S. Army in 2021, made them the topic of headlines once more as the heartwarming photos from the events circulated online.
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A photo from their special day featured the twins in a bridal gown, holding hands with Bowling, who looked dashing in a grey suit. In another touching moment shared online, Heidi Bowling, presumably a relative or close friend, delighted viewers with a brief video capturing the twins and the groom gracefully swaying in harmony on the dance floor during their wedding reception.
Despite their permanent physical connection, the sisters have consistently prioritized their individuality and independence. Their enduring commitment to living separate and normal lives was highlighted in the 2003 documentary Joined for Life, where the Hensel sisters shared their aspirations of someday becoming mothers.
“Yeah, we’re going to be moms,” Brittany confessed. “We haven’t thought about how being moms is going to work yet. But we’re just 16 — we don’t need to think about that right now.”