The Kessler twins, who rose to global fame for their post-war performances in the 1950s and 1960s, had long made their final wishes clear. Alice and Ellen Kessler died together at age 89 in their home near Munich on Monday, November 17, 2025. The iconic German duo, inseparable both onstage and off, made the deliberate choice to end their lives on the same day. Final Act of an Iconic DuoAlice and Ellen, known worldwide for their work as singers, dancers, actresses, and entertainers on programs like the "Perry Como Show" and the "Rolf Harris Show," chose to end their lives through medical aid in dying. Authorities were reportedly informed after the procedure was completed. The sisters agreed they would leave the world together, saying they no longer wished to go on living. Back in April 2024
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