Gina Heslop
Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen became famous as kids for their role as Michelle Tanner on the TV show Full House in the 90s. They weren’t originally chosen for the part, but their cuteness convinced the producers to pick them.
They shared the role because filming long hours would’ve been too much for one child. Full House was a hit, and they quickly became stars. By age 6, they were CEOs of their own company, and by 10, they were among the youngest millionaires ever.
Their parents’ divorce when Full House ended was tough for them. They coped by staying busy with new projects and movies. Despite their success, they were shy and kept to themselves. At school, they were put in different classes to learn independence.
Mary-Kate later said she didn’t enjoy her childhood in the spotlight. She felt like a “little monkey performer” in front of the cameras. They acted in many movies and released music and books. Their last film together, New York Minute, wasn’t well-received, so they decided to quit acting and focus on fashion.
Today, they run two popular clothing brands worldwide: Elizabeth and James, and The Row. They believe hard work is essential for success.
In their private lives, they keep things low-key. Mary-Kate was reportedly dating Heath Ledger when he died in 2008. She married French banker Olivier Sarkozy in 2015. Ashley married artist Louis Eisner after dating older men in the past.
Their younger sister, Elizabeth, is also an actress. Mary-Kate and Ashley support her career and attend her premieres. Elizabeth said she didn’t feel affected by her sisters’ fame until college.
Despite going their separate ways, Mary-Kate and Ashley remain close. They have a strong bond and always support each other through life’s ups and downs.
