Lori and George Schappell, the world's oldest conjoined twins, passed away at the age of 62. Born with partially fused skulls and sharing 30 percent of their brains, they defied medical expectations by living past 30. George, who was transgender, and Lori led fulfilling lives, with George becoming an LGBTQ+ icon and Lori excelling in bowling.
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Lori and George Schappell were born conjoined with partially fused skulls and shared 30 percent of their brains, defying medical odds by living past 30.
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George, who had spina bifida and relied on a wheelchair, pursued a successful career as a country singer and transitioned to male in 2007. Lori became a bowling champion and worked at a hospital laundry.
Despite their physical connection, Lori and George maintained independent lives in their Pennsylvania apartment, each pursuing their own hobbies. Lori and George valued privacy and alternated sleeping in separate rooms.
Lori and George are survived by their father, 6 siblings, and several nieces and nephews, their love and respect for each other and rejected any suggestion of separation.
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Lori and George surpassed previous records as the oldest living conjoined twins born female, leaving behind a legacy of resilience and love.
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