Elizabeth Olsen: My Sisters' Fame Was 'Chaotic'

Elizabeth Olsen has shared insights into her upbringing, marked by the extraordinary fame of her older twin sisters, Mary-Kate and Ashley. Describing her childhood as "pretty chaotic," Olsen noted that being the youngest of four siblings meant a lack of conventional routines. Her sisters, who achieved stardom on "Full House," were, according to Olsen, "forced" to attend her early acting and dance performances, a role they fulfilled with support despite their own demanding careers.

Initially, Olsen harbored ambitions to distance herself from her sisters' celebrity, even considering an acting name change to avoid being associated with nepotism. This concern stemmed from a childhood understanding that she didn't want to be perceived as not earning her opportunities. Her sisters, now fashion moguls with The Row, offered support but no specific acting advice, emphasizing their family's generally supportive nature.

The actress also confessed that the intense scrutiny her sisters faced almost led her to abandon acting. To legitimize her own path, she pursued formal training, including a transformative term at the Moscow Art Theatre School. This period solidified her commitment to acting, allowing her to pursue it on her own terms, separate from her sisters' well-established legacy.