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20 celebrities you’d be surprised to hear have a twin
Robert Hanashiro, Robert Hanashiro-USA TODAY NETWORK

20 celebrities you’d be surprised to hear have a twin

You know their famous faces, but what if we told you there’s another one just like it? Check out these 20 celebrities you might not've known had a twin. 

 
Scarlett Johansson
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Scarlett Johansson, one of the biggest movie stars on the planet, an MCU icon, and an Oscar nominee, didn't come into the world alone. She has a fraternal twin brother, Hunter, who is also involved in acting and political activism.

 
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Rami Malek

Rami Malek
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Rami Malek is renowned for his transformative, Oscar-winning roles, in which he completely disappears into his characters. What's truly remarkable is that he has an identical twin brother named Sami, who is also a teacher and bears a striking resemblance to him, to the point where they've pulled switcheroos in the past.

 
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Ashton Kutcher

Ashton Kutcher
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Did you know the star of That '70s Show has a built-in best friend? Ashton Kutcher has a fraternal twin brother, Michael, who is a passionate advocate for cerebral palsy awareness and organ donation.

 
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Vin Diesel

Vin Diesel
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Vin Diesel projects a tough, one-man-army persona in the Fast & Furious saga, making it surprising to learn he has a fraternal twin brother. His twin, Paul Vincent, reportedly works as a film editor, staying on the other side of the camera.

 
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Laverne Cox

Laverne Cox
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As a trailblazing actress and advocate for trans rights, Laverne Cox's impact is singular and powerful. What you might not know is that for her pre-transition scenes in Orange Is the New Black, her character was played by her identical twin brother, M Lamar.

 
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Gisele Bündchen

Gisele Bündchen
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Gisele Bündchen is one of the most famous supermodels in history, known for her iconic runway walk and commanding presence. She shared that early journey with her fraternal twin sister, Patricia, who was born just five minutes after her and has served as her manager.

 
Kiefer Sutherland
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Playing agent Jack Bauer on 24 made him a television icon, famous for saving the world solo under immense pressure. Therefore, it was surprising to learn that he has a fraternal twin sister, Rachel Sutherland, who works behind the scenes as a post-production supervisor.

 
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Linda Hamilton

Linda Hamilton
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Linda Hamilton became a sci-fi legend as the tough-as-nails Sarah Connor in the Terminator films. Her identical twin sister, Leslie, actually served as her on-screen double for some of the most memorable scenes in Terminator 2: Judgment Day.

 
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Giovanni Ribisi

Giovanni Ribisi
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Known for his quirky and intense character roles in productions ranging from Friends to Avatar, Giovanni Ribisi has always brought a unique energy to the screen. He shares that creative spark with his actress and designer twin sister, Marissa Ribisi, who is also known for being married to the musician Beck.

 
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Jon Heder

Jon Heder
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Jon Heder danced his way into our hearts as the awkward but confident Napoleon Dynamite in the 2004 film of the same name. His identical twin brother, Dan, also works in the film industry behind the scenes.

 
Alanis Morissette
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Alanis Morissette's landmark album Jagged Little Pill defined an era of angsty rock and felt like a singular, powerful voice of a generation. Her twin brother, Wade Morissette, is also a musician and yoga instructor.

 
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Aaron Carter

Aaron Carter
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The late Aaron Carter grew up in the spotlight as a teen pop star, navigating the highs and lows of fame from a young age. He also shared that entire chaotic journey with his twin sister, Angel Carter, who has remained a constant in the famous Carter family.

 
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Shawn Ashmore

Shawn Ashmore
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If you've ever thought you saw the actor from the X-Men films (Shawn Ashmore, who played Iceman) in a different show like Smallville or Warehouse 13, you're not going crazy. He has an identical twin brother, Aaron, who is also a successful actor! They've even worked together on an episode of Fringe.

 
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Parker Posey

Parker Posey
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Parker Posey, the undisputed queen of '90s indie films, has brought her unique, quirky energy to the screen for decades. She also has a twin brother named Christopher, who has reportedly pursued a career as a lawyer.

 
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Joseph Fiennes

Joseph Fiennes
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Whether he's playing William Shakespeare or a chilling Commander in The Handmaid's Tale, Joseph Fiennes' performances are always captivating. It's easy to forget that he's part of a famous acting family, which also includes his fraternal twin brother, Jacob Fiennes, who works as a conservationist.

 
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Judy Reyes

Judy Reyes
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Judy Reyes is beloved for her role as the sharp-witted and fiercely loyal nurse Carla Espinosa on Scrubs. She also has a fraternal twin sister, Joselin, who made a guest appearance on the show playing Carla's actual sister!

 
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Eva Green

Eva Green
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Known for her mysterious, femme fatale roles in films such as Casino Royale and Penny Dreadful, Eva Green possesses a magnetic screen presence. It's a fun surprise to learn that this French actress also has a fraternal twin sister, Joy, who is not in the entertainment industry.

 
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Nicholas Brendon

Nicholas Brendon
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Nicholas Brendon battled demons for seven seasons as the lovable Xander Harris on Buffy the Vampire Slayer. His identical twin, Kelly Donovan, actually served as his stunt double on the show and even filled in for him when he was unavailable due to illness.

 
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Olly Murs

Olly Murs
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After becoming a massive pop star on the UK's The X Factor, Olly Murs' catchy tunes and energetic performances were everywhere. It might be surprising to learn he has a fraternal twin brother, Ben, from whom he became famously estranged due to a scheduling conflict with the show.

 
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Aaron Tveit

Aaron Tveit
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Aaron Tveit is a Tony-winning Broadway superstar known for his powerhouse vocals in shows such as Moulin Rouge and Catch Me If You Can. His fraternal twin brother, Jon, is a Catholic priest in New York.

Jacquez Printup

Jacquez Printup has been writing about all things entertainment, including reality TV, pop culture, and celebrity news, since his time as a student at Ohio University. Since graduating, he's continued binging seasons of "Vanderpump Rules" and “Big Brother” and talking about them online. His writing has been featured in publications like ScreenRant, Yahoo, RealityTea, Yardbarker, and in the popular television series "The Real Housewives of Atlanta

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