Have you ever found somebody who looks exactly like you? It could be a celebrity, co-worker, friend or even an unknown person. It might sound unbelievable, but we all have come across a person who can be called our twin. They have the same facial features, similar expressions and sometimes even the same fashion sense. This might sound strange, but this happens.
This uncanny resemblance is sometimes considered a mistaken identities and leads to fun discussions. To celebrate, we have National Look-Alike Day to reflect on those twinning moments.
So, let’s understand what the day is all about.
Every year on April 20, National Look-Alike Day is celebrated to honour those who possess a striking resemblance with another person. It is a fun and light-hearted occasion and encourages people to find their doppelgangers or celebrity look-alikes.
The day is actually quite humorous, as it inspires people to share their stories or moments where they have been mistaken for someone else. Rather, it is a day to celebrate the power of similarity that two people can share. It not only brings a kind of joy but also establishes a sense of connection with the person who looks like them.
National Look-Alike Day was created by feature television reporter Jack Etzel in the 1980s. He was in Pittsburgh with photographer Rick Minutello and was looking for a light feature for the news. Suddenly, he came across a man who looked like Humphrey Bogart. They went around and asked people who they thought they looked like. From there, National Look-Alike Day started, which became viral with the help of social media.
Here are the celebrity pairs who often get the fans' attention due to their striking resemblance.
Sneha Ullal’s eyes and facial expressions reminded fans of the former Miss World.
Zareen Khan’s resemblance to Katrina Kaif did not go unnoticed, especially the jawlines and soft features.
These two have been mistaken for years due to their eyes, hairstyles and facial features.
People usually celebrate National Look-Alike Day by dressing up like the person they are similar to. It can be a celebrity or even a friend. They even share photos and videos on social media, along with hashtags.
Some people even try to find their doppelgangers either online or in a community. The main idea behind the day is to enjoy the humorous phenomenon of looking like another person.
While it is true that festivals, occasions or important events deserve recognition and celebration, quirky moments like National Look-Alike Day add a special touch to our lives. It’s all about finding joy and sharing connections with the other person that could bring a smile to our face. This day is a playful reminder to bring people together and share their stories of twinning moments because every moment is worth celebrating.
That was BUSFAM’s take on National Look-Alike Day. Stay tuned for more such conversations.
