Conjoined twins are rare, occurring in about one out of 200,000 live births across the world. In this article, we will be talking about one of the world’s most famous conjoined twins, Abby and Brittany Hensel.
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Biography of Abby and Brittany Hensel
Abby Loraine Hensel and Brittany Lee Hensel are known as the world’s most famous conjoined twins. Abby and Brittany were born on March 7, 1990.
They are dicephalic parapagus twins (twins with two heads joined to one body). Their parents are Patty and Mike Hensel. Patty is a nursing assistant, whereas Mike is a landscaper and carpenter. Abby and Brittany were born in Carver Country located in Minnesota and were raised in New Germany, Minnesota.
Abby and Brittany Hensel went to Mayet Lutheran twelfth grade, after graduating, they both continued to the University of Bethel, St. Paul. After completing the university, they decided to travel around the world.
Abby and Brittany began to work as 4th-grade instructors, and because of their impressive work were quickly promoted to 5th-grade instructors.
Brief Profile
Full Names: Abby Loraine Hensel and Brittany Lee Hensel
Date of Birth: March 7, 1990
Place of Birth: Carver Country, Minnesota
Gender: Female
Education: Mayet Lutheran and University of Bethel
Mother’s Name: Patty Hensel
Father’s Name: Mike Hensel
Abby and Brittany Hensel’s Profession
Initially, the sisters wanted to be a pilot and a dentist but due to their conjoined body they can not pursue separate careers. The sisters shared a common passion for teaching which inspired them to pursue education degrees in the university.
Abby and Brittany Hensel chose to be teachers at the fourth and fifth-grade levels after graduating from the University of Bethel. Abby and Brittany share one salary, but they plan to negotiate for a raise as they offer more than what one person can give.
Abby and Brittany Net Worth In 2021
The estimated net worth of this conjoined twins is rumored to be around $700 thousand.