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Haaland Doppelgänger Finds Fame Online
8 Jul
Summary
- Social media user Emma Kate Willman is compared to Erling Haaland.
- Fans jokingly call her Haaland's 'long-lost sister'.
- Haaland himself commented on Willman's viral video.
Social media creator Emma Kate Willman, known for her hair tutorials, recently found herself in the spotlight for an unexpected reason: her striking resemblance to soccer star Erling Haaland. Following the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, many fans noticed the similarity, with some playfully dubbing Willman Haaland's "long-lost sister."
Initially expressing amused confusion, Willman, from Charleston, began to lean into the comparison. She started recreating Haaland's distinctive braided hairstyles, including his signature "Haaland bun," sharing these on her platforms. This playful engagement amplified the online conversation surrounding their doppelgänger status.
The internet sensation reached a new peak when Erling Haaland himself commented on one of Willman's French braid tutorials. His simple "Hi👍🏻" garnered millions of likes and significant fan excitement, marking a surreal moment for the social media star. Willman expressed gratitude for the internet's embrace of the fun comparison.
Willman plans to attend an upcoming Norway vs. England match in Miami this weekend, raising the possibility of a real-life encounter with her perceived "twin." She finds the idea of their paths crossing amusing after the viral online phenomenon.
