German Entertainment Icons, the Kessler Twins, End Lives in Joint Assisted Suicide at 89
Alice and Ellen Kessler, the beloved German entertainment icons known as the Kessler Twins, have passed away at age 89. Reports indicate that they chose a joint assisted suicide to end their lives peacefully. Authorities confirmed the situation to police at the sisters’ residence near Munich on Monday. However, no specific details surrounding their passing have been revealed.
The Kessler Twins: A Synopsis of Their Lives
Born in the 1930s in East Germany, the Kessler twins fled to Düsseldorf after World War II. They demonstrated remarkable talent from a young age, studying ballet and honing their performance skills. By their late teenage years, they had launched their careers at the prestigious Lido cabaret in Paris.
Rise to Fame
The late 1950s and 1960s marked the peak of their popularity. The Kessler Twins became a household name, captivating audiences across Germany and Europe.
- Performed in various international cabarets
- Worked alongside renowned stars like Frank Sinatra, Fred Astaire, and Harry Belafonte
- Achieved significant acclaim and popularity in Italy
Legacy and Final Wishes
The Kessler Sisters, who remained unmarried, shared a lifelong bond. They lived together throughout their adult lives and expressed a desire for their ashes to be placed in a single urn after their deaths.
Their story is a poignant reminder of the impact they made on the entertainment industry. As German entertainment icons, the Kessler Twins will be remembered for their contributions and lasting legacy.
