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In 1995, New York native Claudia Evart founded National Siblings Day shortly after losing her own siblings, Alan and Lisette, in two tragic accidents. April 10 marks the birthday of Evart’s late sister.
In memory of her siblings, Evart created the Siblings Day Foundation, a nonprofit organization, in 1997. Since then, the foundation has gained the support of Presidents Bush and Clinton, several Congressional members, including Senator Edward Kennedy, Governors of 38 states and six Cabinet members.
In honor of National Siblings Day, here’s a list of five celebrities you didn’t know were related.
Halle Berry and Sarah Palin
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In a 2012 Extra interview, Halle Berry revealed that she was related to politician Sarah Palin.
“You want to know who I’m related to?” Berry asked. “Sarah Palin… That’s what I said! Ah!”
Al Roker and Lenny Kravitz
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In 2011, Roker confirmed on Today that their grandfathers were cousins.
“We both have Roker,” Lenny added. “My mother was Roxie Roker, my grandfather, Albert Roker from the Bahamas. Has to be.”
Kate Middleton, Dakota Fanning and Elle Fanning
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Elle Fanning is the 22nd granddaughter of England’s King Edward III and Kate Middleton’s cousin. Apparently, Elle and her sister Dakota are connected to King Edward III through their mother, Heather Joy Arrington.
Brandy, Ray J and Snoop Dogg
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According to US Weekly, Snoop Dogg is first cousins with Brandy and Ray J.
Jenny McCarthy and Melissa McCarthy
In 2015, Jenny McCarthy posted an Instagram throwback featuring Melissa and her sister.
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“Me, my sis and my cousin Melissa,” Jenny captioned the image. “102 degrees at the zoo, not happy campers. #tbt.”
