The Most Famous Twins in Entertainment: Mary-Kate And Ashley Olsen
The Olsen Twins
If you grew up in the 90's then you most likely know who Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen are. They played the character of lovable Michelle Tanner on the hit TV show Full House. They grew up to star in more TV shows, movies, videos, and even own their own empire, Duelstar Entertainment. They now own their own clothing line and perfume and are enjoying their time as young adult millionaires. Up until recently, the girls have never been apart in their profession. Mary-kate is focusing on her acting career and was recently in the movie "Beastly". Ashley is focusing on their fashion line. Even though they are a lot different now, I think many people who knew them growing up have a soft spot for Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen.
Photo credit: Olsen twins poster on Amazon.
How did the Olsen twins get their start?
Six months after the girls were born in 1986, their parents took them to the Full House audition. They were the only babies that didn't cry, so they were hired! I wish i could have started a career that easy!
At 6 months old, they started their career acting for Full House. This was a good career move for the babies because a few years later they were releasing straight-to-video movies and everyone already loved the little girl from Full House.
Quick, what do you think of the twins?
Quick, what do you think of the twins?
Influence
How To Tell Them Apart
Many of these things listed below were used to tell them apart when they were younger. Most don't apply now but some can still be used to tell them apart. These attributes work well if you are watching their movies from when they were young.
- MK is left-handed. Ashley is right-handed.
- Ashley is a little bit taller than Mary-Kate.
- Ashely had a freckle above her lip.
- Mary-Kate is into sports and Ashley is more of a girly-girl. Mary-Kate usually dressed in sporty clothes, and Ashley dressed in skirts and dresses.
- Mary-Kate usually smiles with her mouth closed.
- Ashley smiles showing her teeth.
Recently, the sisters try hard to look different from each other. Now that they are older, they color their hair and have changed a lot. Here are some ways to tell them apart now.
- Mary-Kate usually has brunette hair now and Ashley has kept her blonde hair.
- Their lips are much different now. Mary-Kate has thinner lips and Ashley's are fuller. It is easy to tell in a picture (like the one above).
- Mary-Kate is a little thinner than Ashley.
Although the girls are famous, rich, and pretty - they have their share of problems.
A few years ago, MK had an eating disorder and went to rehab for it when she was 18. She is doing much better now and has continued to act.
They are disliked by animal activists because they wear real fur. They have been labeled "The Trollsen Twins" by the Non-profit animal rights organization PETA.
Favorite Twin Poll
Which one is your favorite?
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. How tall are the they?
A. MK is about 5 foot and Ashley is about 5 foot 1 inch.
Q. They look alike. Are they identical?
A. No, they are not identical twins. They are fraternal.
Q. Who is older?
A. Ashley is older than Mary-Kate by two minutes.
Q. Are they the only children in their family?
A. They have 1 sister and 1 brother. They also have 1 stepsister and 1 stepbrother.
Did you/do you collect MKA stuff?
When I was younger I loved the twins' movie and books. I was even a part of their fan club. I still have all of my merchandise even though I no longer collect their stuff. I can't get rid of it because I am pretty attached since it was a big part of my childhood. Do you or did you ever collect MKA stuff like books, movies, posters, makeup, etc?
Did you/do you collect MKA stuff?
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