The inspiring story of Jacob and Joseph Sesay — twin brothers from Freetown, Sierra Leone, who turned hardship into hope, founded the Golden Twins Charity Foundation, and are now using House of Stars Season 3 to build a brighter future for vulnerable children.
Abandoned by their father as toddlers. Raised by their mother Fatmeh alongside three siblings. Bullied for being different. Lifted up by the unexpected kindness of Mrs. Thomas. Forever changed by the loss of their beloved sister Nekian.
From every wound came a purpose. Today Jacob and Joseph lead the Golden Twins Charity Foundation — feeding, mentoring, defending, and dreaming of an orphanage that will outlive them all.
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"Mostly Jake"
Mission-driven leader of the Golden Twins. Dedicated to helping vulnerable children and building the orphanage that will carry their sister's name. Your vote is more than a vote — it's fuel for the mission.
Vote for Jacob
Co-founder, Golden Twins Charity Foundation
Advocate for youth empowerment, mentor, and the steady backbone of the mission. Joseph carried the family into House of Stars Season 3 — and today carries the Foundation forward beyond the show.
Read his journeyA Sierra Leonean charity born from a family's survival — now reaching across Freetown to support vulnerable children, single mothers, and the next generation of young leaders.
Honoring the twins' late sister by supporting bereaved families and grieving children.
Books, uniforms, and school essentials placed directly in the hands of students who need them.
Standing with mothers like Fatmeh — food, mentorship, and dignity for families fighting alone.
Programs that protect young people from the stigma the twins themselves once faced.
A voice for vulnerable children across Freetown and beyond — through every platform we earn.
The long-game dream: a permanent home for children who deserve a place to call their own.
Every week is a new chapter. Live updates, photos, supporter rallies, and voting reminders — all in one place. Jacob isn't competing alone. He's competing with the whole movement behind him.
Supporters from Freetown, London, Maryland, Lagos, Toronto and beyond — leave a message and stand with the Golden Twins.
Salone proud! Vote Jacob, vote Golden Twins. Bless your mama.
Watching from London — your story moved my whole family. Keep going.
Supporting from Maryland! The orphanage dream will happen. 🇸🇱
We see you. Young shall grow. Mostly Jake to the finale!
For Nekian. For every child still waiting. You carry us all.
West Africa stands with the Golden Twins. One love.
Every vote is a spotlight — on youth empowerment, education, single mothers, anti-bullying, and the orphanage vision. Every share is a child seen. Every donation is a future rewritten.
"We turned our pain into purpose. With your voice, we'll turn that purpose into a home for every child still waiting."
— Jacob & Joseph Sesay
House of Stars is not the final destination. The long-term vision is to create opportunities, support vulnerable children, strengthen families, and build an orphanage that will impact future generations throughout Freetown and Sierra Leone.
