Veronica Jo Merrell-Burriss and Vanessa Jo Merrell (born August 6, 1996), known as the Merrell Twins, are American identical twin YouTubers, actresses, producers, musicians, singers, and songwriters.
Early years The Merrell Twins are identical twin sisters born in Kansas City, Missouri, on August 6, 1996, to Paul Merrell; a musician, one time youth pastor and video editor/producer/director, and Wendy Merrell; a former school administrator.Gomez, Patrick. They specialized in horseback riding and rodeos."5 Things to Know About Jane the Virgin and YouTube's Merrell Twins". People. December 13, 2015. Veronica "Roni" is 45 minutes older than Vanessa "Nessa". They grew up in Kansas City, and moved to Los Angeles in June 2013 after signing what ended up being an unsuccessful deal with the Disney Channel.
Education In 2015, the Merrell Twins enrolled in California State University, Northridge; Veronica studied screenwriting and Vanessa studied TV production. Both dropped out due to travel schedule conflicts.
Career The Merrell Twins launched their main YouTube channel in late 2009, but didn't begin uploading videos consistently until around 2013.Gavilanes, Grace. "Shorty Award Nominees The Merrell Twins on Their Lives as Famous YouTubers: 'It's Made Us More Confident'". People. April 11, 2016. Retrieved September 18, 2017. Their videos are produced and edited by their father. They often appear in AwesomenessTV videos and had recurring roles on the television show Jane the Virgin. They appeared in the 2016 film The Standoff. In 2016 at the 8th Shorty Awards, they won YouNower of the Year."About Merrell Twins. Shortyawards.com. Retrieved September 18, 2017.
They won a Streamy Award for Best Live Social Media in 2016. In 2017, they were nominated for Choice Female Web Star at the Teen Choice Awards. In 2018, they were nominated for two Teen Choice Awards: Choice Female Web Star and Choice YouTuber. They won the 2018 Streamy Award in the Lifestyle category.
In July 2018, the Merrell Twins released their clothing line, True IMG. The phrase "true image" is derived from the meaning of Veronica's name in Latin, while the butterfly in the logo refers to the meaning of Vanessa's name in Greek.
They were nominated in 2019 for Best YouTube Ensemble at the 11th Shorty Awards. At the 2020 Kids' Choice Awards, they were nominated for Favorite Female Social Star.
In collaboration with AwesomenessTV, the twins launched Twin My Heart, a reality TV show aimed at finding love for Vanessa. The success of season one led to a second season being released in 2020 which revolved around two of the twins' best friends, Franny Arrieta and Nezza. The show was renewed for a third season the following year, revolving around TikTok star Nate Wyatt. They also produced and acted in three web shows called "Where is My Romeo?", "Prom Knight", and "Breaking into College".
In the beginning of 2023, Vanessa and her husband John Vaughn formed the music duo ButterflyTiger and released their debut single, "Love Me (Like You Do)" on February 24, 2023.
Personal lives On December 27, 2021, Veronica married YouTuber Aaron Burriss.
On January 27, 2023, Vanessa married musician John Vaughn.
The twins have stated in several videos that they are of Spanish, Portuguese, Irish, German and Mexican descent.
On August 27, 2026 Veronica and her husband announced that they are expecting their first child.
Filmography This filmography is of the twins as a duo.
+ Television and Film Year(s) Title Veronica's role Vanessa's role Notes 2014–2016 Jane the Virgin Victoria Valeria 5 episodes 2015 Faking It Willa Ella Episode: "Prom Scare" 2016 The Standoff Mia Maya Direct-to-video film 2017 Hyperlinked Missy Chrissy Episode: "The Interview" 2020 Like a Boss Lola Layla 2024 Mean Girls Social Media Friend Social Media Friend
This filmography is of Vanessa Merrell. + Film Year(s) Title Role Notes 2020SwitchedOlivia
Awards and nominations Year Award Show Category Result Refs 2016 Shorty Awards YouNower of the Year Streamy Awards Live 2017 Teen Choice Awards Choice Female Web Star 2018 Teen Choice Awards Choice Female Web Star Teen Choice Awards Choice YouTuber Streamy Awards Lifestyle 2019 Shorty Awards Best YouTube Ensemble 2020 Kids' Choice Awards Favorite Female Social Star
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