Alice and Ellen Kessler, the remarkable twin sisters, burst onto the European entertainment scene on August 20, 1936, in the charming town of Nerchau, located in the picturesque state of Saxony, Germany.
Noted for their multifaceted artistic abilities, the Kessler Twins excelled in various disciplines, showcasing their remarkable range as singers, dancers, and actors, a trifecta of talents that solidified their status as beloved entertainment icons, their moniker, the Kessler Twins, becoming an enduring symbol of their lasting impact on the world of entertainment.
The two sisters, who were the center of attention, garnered substantial popularity in the United States, with their appearances on prominent national television programs, including The Ed Sullivan Show, a long-running and highly influential American television variety show that featured a wide range of performers, from musicians to comedians, and even made their American television debut on the esteemed CBS variety show, The Red Skelton Hour, a program that showcased a mix of entertainment, comedy, and music, and was hosted by the renowned comedian and actor, Red Skelton.
Notable cinematic endeavors of this individual comprise a 1963 cinematic production, specifically the film "Sodom and Gomorrah", where they portrayed talented dancers, showcasing their artistic prowess on the silver screen.
As early as the tender age of six, their parents, Paul and Elsa, astutely recognized the remarkable potential that lay within their daughters, and in a move that would prove to be a pivotal moment in their young lives, they took the initiative to enroll them in ballet classes. This decision would ultimately set the stage for a future filled with artistic expression and technical mastery.
As they reached the milestone age of 18, their parents took a strategic decision to utilize a visitor's visa as a means of fleeing to West Germany, a country that would ultimately serve as a platform for the twins to hone their craft and showcase their talents at the prestigious Palladium in Düsseldorf.
This marked the beginning of a new chapter in their lives, as they decided to relocate to the City of Light, Paris, where they would go on to captivate audiences with their mesmerizing performances at the iconic The Lido between the years 1955 and 1960.
During their sojourn in the City of Light, they had the distinct privilege of encountering the iconic American musician Elvis Presley, who was temporarily residing in Paris on a break from his military duties, on a specific date that would go down in history - June 17, 1959.
Furthermore, they had the honor of representing the Federal Republic of Germany in the esteemed Eurovision Song Contest held that same year, ultimately finishing in a respectable 8th place with their captivating entry, the song "Heute Abend wollen wir tanzen geh'n", which translates to "Tonight we want to go dancing", leaving a lasting impression on the international music scene.
In the year 1960, the identical twins embarked on a significant life-changing journey by relocating to the picturesque country of Italy, where they would eventually undergo a profound transformation in their professional careers. As they gradually shifted their focus towards more mature and substantial roles, they began to garner widespread acclaim and popularity.
At the tender age of forty, this notable individual decided to take a bold step, consenting to be featured on the cover of the Italian edition of a renowned adult entertainment magazine, a publication that has long been synonymous with glamour and sophistication.
After a prolonged period of residence in Italy, the twin siblings relocated back to their native Germany in the year 1986, ultimately settling in the picturesque town of Grünwald.
Throughout their illustrious careers, they have been the recipients of not one, but two prestigious awards bestowed upon them by both the German and Italian governments, in recognition of their tireless efforts in fostering greater cooperation and understanding between the two nations through their various endeavors in the entertainment industry.
