Kessler Twins Alice And Ellen Die Together At 89, Just As They Wanted

HuffPostTuesday, November 18, 2025 at 5:17:22 PM
  • Alice and Ellen Kessler, famous for their entertainment career, died together at 89 in Grünwald, fulfilling their wish for a joint passing. Their deaths were confirmed by the German Society for Humane Dying, highlighting their choice of assisted suicide.
  • The Kessler twins were iconic figures in German pop culture, especially in the 1960s, and their passing marks the end of an era for many fans who admired their talent and charisma.
  • This event raises discussions around assisted dying, a topic of significant ethical debate in many societies, reflecting ongoing conversations about personal autonomy and end
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