National Look Alike Day

There are 7 billion people on Earth. What is the probability of meeting an unrelated person who looks like you? Reflect on this thought on April 20, National Look Alike Day. Do people say you resemble a movie star or a popular musician? Perhaps they are your double!

History

In 1980, Jack Etzel, who worked in American television, noticed an interesting phenomenon as he met many people. It inspired him to create a holiday dedicated to those with similar facial features.

How to Take Part

Skeptics may think that a doppelgänger is merely a mirror reflection. But what if it’s a better version—more attractive, intelligent, and charming? We often seek out people who share our way of thinking, interests, and hobbies, while also striving to express our individuality. Is this pursuit in vain? Take a moment to reflect and write an essay or an intriguing post on the topic, using a relevant hashtag.

1. It’s easy to find an app that can quickly identify which celebrity you resemble—just upload a high-quality photo.
2. Create a cosplay of an actor, actress, or popular movie or comic book character. It might be an artificial resemblance, but it can look spectacular.

Consider famous look-alikes: Daniel Radcliffe resembles Elijah Wood, Keira Knightley looks like Natalie Portman, and Javier Bardem is often compared to Jeffrey Dean Morgan. How many mysterious similarities are there in the world?

When is National Look Alike Day in 2024?

National Look Alike Day is observed on April 20 each year.

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