World’s oldest conjoined twins Lori and George Schappell die aged 62

Born with partially-fused skulls and sharing 30 percent of their brains, Lori and George defied medical expectations from an early age. Despite doctors’ predictions that they wouldn’t surpass the age of 30, the twins continued to defy the odds, captivating the attention and admiration of people worldwide with their resilience and profound closeness.

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At 62, Lori and George Schappell were the oldest conjoined twins in the world. Credit: Jemal Countess/WireImage for PMK/HBH/Getty

Born on September 18, 1961, Lori once shared with The Sun: “When we were born, the doctors didn’t think we’d make 30, but we proved them wrong.”

Despite being physically connected throughout their entire lives, the twins possessed distinctly different personalities and interests.

Lori excelled as a 10-pin bowler, while George was known for his enthusiasm as a country and western singer.

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