14 A-List Stars Sharing the Spotlight With A Twin
Hollywood loves a good twist, and one of the most intriguing is learning that a favorite A-list star shares the spotlight—genetically—with a twin.
Some pairs chase careers under bright lights, while others keep a low profile far from red carpets. Identical or fraternal, twin bonds bring unexpected depth to the stories behind famous faces fans thought they already knew inside out.
1. Scarlett Johansson
You know her as Black Widow, but did you know Scarlett has a twin brother named Hunter? Born just three minutes before him, Scarlett became one of Hollywood’s highest-paid actresses.
Hunter works behind the scenes in politics and activism. While Scarlett dazzles on screen, her brother prefers making a difference away from cameras.
The siblings share a close bond despite choosing vastly different career paths.
2. Vin Diesel
Action hero Vin Diesel has a fraternal twin brother named Paul who stays completely out of the spotlight. Paul Vincent works as a film editor, keeping things low-key.
While Vin flexes muscles on movie sets worldwide, Paul edits footage quietly. Born Mark Sinclair, Vin created his stage name but his twin kept it real.
3. Ashton Kutcher
Before pranking celebrities on MTV, Ashton grew up with his fraternal twin Michael, who was born with cerebral palsy. Michael’s health challenges shaped Ashton’s compassionate worldview.
Michael underwent a heart transplant as a child, an experience that deeply affected both brothers. Today, Michael advocates for organ donation awareness.
Ashton often credits his twin for teaching him resilience and gratitude.
4. Gisele Bündchen
Strutting down runways worldwide, Gisele became one of the highest-earning supermodels ever. What many fans don’t realize is she has a fraternal twin sister named Patricia.
Patricia manages Gisele’s career and serves as her spokesperson. The sisters work together seamlessly, blending business with sisterly love.
Patricia prefers staying behind the scenes while Gisele shines in front of cameras.
5. Aaron Carter
Pop sensation Aaron Carter had a fraternal twin sister named Angel who carved her own path in modeling and acting. Angel appeared on reality shows and built her own fanbase.
Growing up in a famous family, both twins navigated the entertainment industry differently. Angel focused on television while Aaron dominated music charts.
Sadly, Aaron passed away in 2022, leaving behind memories of sibling stardom.
6. Tia Mowry
Growing up watching Sister, Sister meant watching Tia charm audiences alongside her identical twin Tamera. Born two minutes before her sister, Tia became a household name in the 90s.
Beyond acting, Tia explored cooking shows and authored books about family life. She embraces motherhood and wellness advocacy passionately.
Fans still adore seeing Tia reunite with Tamera on social media today.
7. Tamera Mowry
Just two minutes younger than Tia, Tamera captured hearts playing the mischievous twin on Sister, Sister. She later became a beloved co-host on The Real talk show.
Tamera balances motherhood with television appearances and writing projects. Her bubbly personality translates perfectly to daytime television.
The Mowry twins remain inseparable, frequently collaborating on projects and celebrating milestones together.
8. Rami Malek
Oscar winner Rami Malek stunned audiences portraying Freddie Mercury in Bohemian Rhapsody. Few realize he has an identical twin brother named Sami who teaches high school.
While Rami walks red carpets, Sami educates students in Los Angeles. Sami even served as Rami’s body double during Mr. Robot filming.
The brothers share identical looks but chose completely different professional journeys.
9. Linda Hamilton
Battling cyborgs as Sarah Connor made Linda Hamilton an action icon. She has a fraternal twin sister named Leslie who actually doubled for her in Terminator 2.
Leslie appeared in mirror scenes where Sarah Connor confronts her doppelganger. Having an identical twin made filming those sequences much easier.
Leslie works as a nurse, saving lives offscreen while Linda saves humanity onscreen.
10. Peyton List
Disney Channel fans recognize Peyton from Jessie and Bunk’d, but she has a twin brother named Spencer who also acts. Spencer appeared in projects like Bring It On and The Fosters.
Both twins started modeling as toddlers before transitioning to acting careers. Spencer tends to take supporting roles while Peyton lands leading parts.
11. Kiefer Sutherland
Jack Bauer himself has a twin sister! Kiefer Sutherland’s twin Rachel works behind the camera as a post-production supervisor in Hollywood.
Rachel has worked on shows like Designated Survivor, which starred her famous brother. Growing up with actor Donald Sutherland as their father meant entertainment ran in the family.
Rachel prefers technical work while Kiefer thrives performing intense action sequences.
12. Giovanni Ribisi
Character actor Giovanni Ribisi has appeared in everything from Friends to Avatar. He has a twin sister named Marissa who acts under the name Marissa Ribisi.
Marissa appeared in films like Dazed and Confused and The Brady Bunch Movie. She later shifted focus to fashion design.
13. Alanis Morissette
Jagged Little Pill made Alanis Morissette a 90s music icon. She has a twin brother named Wade who pursued music production and therapy work instead of stardom.
Wade co-wrote songs with Alanis early in her career but eventually focused on yoga and wellness. Music connects them even though Wade avoids the spotlight.
14. Nicholas Brendon
Buffy fans loved Nicholas as Xander Harris, the loyal friend fighting vampires. Nicholas has an identical twin brother named Kelly who actually stood in as his double on the show.
Kelly appeared in episodes requiring two Xanders onscreen simultaneously. Both brothers pursued acting, though Nicholas achieved greater fame.
Having an identical twin made special effects much simpler for Buffy producers.
