Doppelganger Stars: 10 Celebrity Pairs So Similar, They Could Be Twins!

By Afouda Bamidele on April 22, 2025 at 11:30 AM EDT

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The entertainment industry is full of celebrity doppelganger who look so similar that fans, paparazzi, and even their colleagues mix them up!

Looking at Albert Ezerzer and DB Woodside, the resemblance is so uncanny that fans are always shocked that they are distinct individuals.

Here are ten pairs of A-list doppelgangers who can easily pass off as twins.

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Albert Ezerzer Is DB Woodside Doppelganger

The celebrity doppelgangers list starts with one of the most mistaken pairings ever, Albert Ezerzer and DB Woodside. The duo were the embodiment of entertainment twins and could have continued to easily confuse fans with their undeniable likeness if not for Ezerzer's tragic passing on May 9, 2014.

According to his profile on the Findagrave website, Ezerzer passed away from an aortic aneurysm.

This fatal illness occurs when the aorta, the primary blood artery that transports blood from the heart to the rest of the body, has a weak or bulging region in its wall. In Ezerzer's case, the aneurysm reportedly burst, causing severe internal bleeding and eventually his death.

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Unlike his lookalike Woodside, who gained fame for his roles in "The Temptations" and "Buffy the Vampire Slayer," Ezerzer worked behind the scenes in the entertainment industry.

He was a transport facility driver responsible for moving film production equipment and sets. Ezerzer's last credit was on "Suits," where his celebrity twin Woodside played the character Jeff Malone.

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Zooey Deschanel And Katy Perry

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Another famous celebrity pairing is actress Zooey Deschanel and sensational singer Katy Perry. The duo frequently confused fans and the paparazzi with their similar blue eyes and raven-black hair. 

Side by side, Deschanel and Perry could easily pass off as sisters, a resemblance that once irked the "New Girl" actress. Per PEOPLE, Deschanel once said about being frequently mistaken for Perry:

"It's a little bit annoying, to be totally blunt. The only similarity that we have is that we look a little bit alikeI used to get, 'I heard you were out at such-and-such club drinking whiskey!' [when] I was at home watching TV. I think we lead very different lives."

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She added that it was "weird" getting associated with someone who worked in a different part of the entertainment industry. Besides their different careers, Deschanel was four years older than Perry as she was born on January 17, 1980, while the "Roar" singer was born on October 25, 1984.

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Henry Cavill And Matt Bomer

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Henry Cavill and Matt Bomer are undeniably one of Hollywood's hottest celebrity lookalikes, famous for their chiseled features and ability to make women swoon with their on-screen characters.

This pairing can be seen as the best of both worlds, with Cavill hailing as a British heartthrob while Bomer is an American actor. Their similarities continued with their connection in the DC Universe as Cavill gained international recognition as Superman.

Meanwhile, Boomer played Larry Trainor in the "Doom Patrol" series. Coincidentally, Boomer could have been the Man of Steel as he auditioned for the iconic role but ultimately lost to Cavill.

Helen Hunt And Jodie Foster

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Helen Hunt and Jodie Foster are frequently mistaken not only for their physical resemblance but their powerful on-screen performances.

Hunt, born on June 15, 1963, has achieved various accolades in the industry as an actress and director. She has an Academy Award, four Primetime Emmy Awards, and four Golden Globe Awards. Meanwhile, her mistaken twin has earned critical acclaim as an actress and filmmaker.

Foster, born November 19, 1962, has two Academy Awards, three BAFTA Awards, four Golden Globe Awards, and a Primetime Emmy Award. She also received a Golden Globe Cecil B. DeMille Award in 2013 and the Honorary Palme d'Or in 2021.

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James Franco Is Theo James Doppelganger

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Theo James and James Franco are another celebrity pair who could easily be mistaken as siblings or even the same person if you compare their younger pictures. James gained as an English heartthrob, stealing hearts with his unforgettable performance as Tobias Eaton in "The Divergent" franchise.

At 40, James remains quite the heart stealer with his looks and earned a Primetime Emmy Award nomination for his role in the dark comedy series "The White Lotus."

Meanwhile, Franco has several credits to his name as an American actor and filmmaker. He has starred in numerous famous movies, including Sam Raimi's "Spider-Man" trilogy, "The Disaster Artist," "Rise of the Planet of the Apes," and more. 

Franco's name became controversial in 2014 when a 17-year-old girl posted several screenshots of alleged messages between them.

In the chats, a 35-year-old Franco tried to meet the girl in a hotel room even after she told him she was underage. In 2018, more women came out to accuse Franco of inappropriate or sexually exploitative behavior.

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Elizabeth Banks And Chelsea Handler

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Elizabeth Banks and Chelsea Handler are two blonde beauties who are frequently mistaken for each other despite their distinct roles in the industry.

Banks is famous as an actress, director, and producer, while Handler is well-known for being a stand-up comedian and former host of the late-night talk show "Chelsea Lately."

Despite the frequent mix-up, Banks enjoys passing off as her celebrity doppelganger. "I don't mind being compared to Chelsea Handler at all. It helps me when someone says, 'Oh, you're Chelsea Handler,' and I say, 'Yes, I am.' That gives me one more gain of anonymity," Banks told Fox News in 2012.

"We met at a party and were both aware people compared or confused us. She's a great broad, real wit," the actress added.

Zac Efron And Kevin Zegers

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Another celebrity pairing with a striking resemblance is Zac Efron and Kevin Zegers. The duo has similar blue eyes and chiseled jaws, physical features that once stunned the Canadian actor after a fan morphed their faces into one.

Zegers reposted the edit on Instagram in 2019 alongside the caption: "This is both complimentary and completely unsettling. @zacefron, I think it's time we bust out the Siamese Twins screenplay we've been working on."

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Emma Watson And Kristen Stewart

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Many find that Kristen Stewart and Emma Watson share a striking resemblance thanks to their facial features and similar slender builds. They are seen as the best of both worlds, with Stewart hailing from Los Angeles while Watson is well-known as an English actress.

Watson rose to fame as Hermione Granger in the "Harry Potter" franchise, while Stewart gained international recognition for her role as Bella Swan in "The Twilight" film series.

Additionally, both actresses have starred in movie adaptations of Disney fairytales, with Stewart starring in the fantasy film "Snow White and the Huntsman." On the other hand, Watson played Belle in the live-action musical "Beauty and the Beast."

Javier Bardem And Jeffrey Dean Morgan

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Javier Bardem and Jeffrey Dean Morgan are two Hollywood veterans who are often mistaken for each other thanks to their similar facial features. They are both known for their handsome, rugged looks, making them easily mistaken for the same person when placed together.

Despite having uncanny similarities, especially their eyes and jawline, Bardem and Morgan can be distinguished from each other thanks to their origins.

Bardem is famous as a Spanish actor and has received several accolades for his emotional performances, including an Academy Award, seven Goya Awards, a BAFTA Award, and a Golden Globe Award.

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Meanwhile, Morgan is an American actor best known for playing Negan in the AMC horror drama series "The Walking Dead" and its spin-off "The Walking Dead: Dead City." His filmography also includes "The Boys," "Supernatural," "Texas Rising," and "Grey's Anatomy."

Dakota Fanning And Amanda Seyfried

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Dakota Fanning and Amanda Seyfried can easily pass off as sisters thanks to their fair complexion, blue eyes, and blonde hair. They have also made waves in the industry as talented actresses and former child stars. Seyfried, the oldest of the two, launched her career at 15, while Fanning started at 7.

Fanning rose to fame for her performance in the 2001 movie "I Am Sam," earning the youngest nominee status in SAG history for her nomination for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Supporting Role.

Meanwhile,15-year-old Seyfried scored a recurring role as Lucy Montgomery in the CBS soap opera "As the World Turns" from 1999-2001.

Which celebrity doppelganger is your favorite?

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