Having a twin who is your exact double is undoubtedly special—but living alongside that twin for an entire century? That’s truly extraordinary! Meet Mary Bell Roach and May Bell Powell, affectionately known as the Wallace Twins. Born on March 25, 1922, in Kentucky, they have spent their entire lives close to each other, sharing a remarkable journey.

The sisters attended Murray State University, where their identical appearances sometimes gave them an academic advantage. Mary humorously recalls how they would switch roles: “May couldn’t even hit the ball—I played sports for her… She wrote my papers in return.”

After college, the inseparable duo married childhood friends and embarked on careers as first-grade teachers in their hometown of Simsonia. They even taught in classrooms next door to each other for 42 years. However, when their husbands went off to war in the 1940s, their teaching careers paused, and the sisters relocated to Detroit to find work.

When the men returned, the adventurous foursome purchased mobile homes and traveled the country, visiting all 50 states and eight European countries, and enjoying six cruises. This zest for life remains a hallmark of the twins, even now at 100 years old.

Despite losing their husbands, Mary and May continue to thrive. They walk 30 minutes to the gym daily and visit the hair salon every Friday. Recently, they even moved into the same room to support each other at night.

“We’ve always been together and have never been apart,” Mary reflects. “It’s just how we love each other.” Their inspiring bond and shared life serve as a testament to the strength of family and love.