Abby Hensel, who is a conjoined twin with her sister Brittany, got married to Josh Bowling in a beautiful ceremony where the couple slow danced to “Lose Control” by Matt Simons. The sweet video of their wedding day was shared on Facebook by Bowling’s mom, showcasing the love and happiness between the newlyweds and Abby’s twin sister Brittany. Abby and Brittany wore matching white gowns with lace details for the special day, while Bowling opted for a gray suit and white dress shirt. It was later revealed that Abby had married the military veteran two years prior, according to public records obtained by Today.
Following the news of Abby’s marriage, the twins received criticism and hateful comments from social media trolls. In response to the negativity, they decided to address the haters in a TikTok video, reminding them that if they are watching and following their lives, then they are still fans. The sisters also posted a reel of ancient sculptures depicting conjoined twins, emphasizing that they have always existed throughout history despite the backlash they were receiving online.
Abby and Brittany’s story has been documented on TV since they first appeared on daytime talk shows in 1996. They shared their lives as dicephalic conjoined twins, a rare form of partial twinning where they have two heads connected to one torso. The sisters share a bloodstream and all organs below the waist, with each twin controlling one arm and leg. Over the years, they have been featured in a documentary called Joined for Life and had a docuseries on TLC called Abby & Brittany in 2012. Following the show, they pursued careers as elementary school teachers in Minnesota.
After their birth, doctors informed Abby and Brittany’s parents that it was unlikely both twins would survive a separation procedure. Despite the challenges they face as conjoined twins, the sisters have always lived their lives side by side, supporting each other and navigating the world together. Their bond and resilience have been an inspiration to many, and their story continues to capture the hearts of people around the world. Through their appearances on TV and social media, Abby and Brittany have shared their unique journey and shown that love knows no bounds, even in the face of adversity.
