Instead of seeking fame, Abby and Brittany Hensel and their family agreed to do the TLC reality show in hopes of educating others about their circumstances and reducing the stigma associated with it. Coming from rural Minnesota, they actually preferred to keep a low profile and their parents thought it would be best if their children could grow up unencumbered by constant cameras. Neither the twins nor their family were big fans of being the center of attention. Audiences were fascinated and entertained by the spunky young women who endearingly bickered with each other all the while treading through young adulthood with the support of their loving family and friends. The groundbreaking show offered a glimpse into their lives and instantly turned them into household names, providing the public with one of the most intimate views of the lives of conjoined twins. When the Hensel twins were 16, they first invited TLC cameras into their home for a documentary. Still, nothing would stop them from taking on something huge a few years later. Additionally, both twins underwent operations for scoliosis and preventative chest surgery to prevent difficulties with breathing down the line.
When Brittany stopped growing prematurely at age 12, Abby had surgery to halt her spinal growth. Their doctors and family were amazed by how much they thrived, in spite of several surgical procedures. The spotlight can be an intimidating place for anyone, but at the tender age of six the Hensel bravely and adorably, we may add took their first step into the public eye appearing on The Oprah Winfrey Show. Like any kids growing up that also meant that their parents took care to individually discipline them and not punish both for the transgressions of one.
The twins also have a younger sister and brother. Their mother, Patty, is a registered nurse and their father, Mike, works as a carpenter and landscaper.
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