It's Always Sunny Finally Remembers Charlie’s Sisters After 18 Years

The Mystery of Charlie's Family Unraveled

It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia season 16 has brought to light one of the show's long-standing mysteries by finally acknowledging Charlie Kelly's sisters after 18 years. As a main character, Charlie's family history has always been shrouded in secrecy, with only a select few family members making notable appearances throughout the series. The recent episodes of season 16 have shifted the focus onto Charlie's family, particularly his sisters, Bunny Kelly and Candy Kelly.

The Kelly Family attends Charlie's intervention in Always Sunny

Charlie Kelly, known for his eccentricities, has had a mysterious backstory prior to his time at Paddy's Pub, which has captivated viewers for years. While season 15 unveiled the identity of Charlie's father, Shelley Kelley, the whereabouts of his sisters remained a lingering question. However, the beginning of season 16 has finally provided the resolution to this long-standing mystery.

Charlie's sisters Bunny and Candy in It's Always Sunny season 16

Reunion of Charlie's Sisters in Season 16

The much-awaited return of Charlie's sisters, Bunny and Candy Kelly, occurred in season 16, episode 2 of It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia. This marked their first appearance since the debut season, where they were briefly featured in episode 7, 'Charlie Got Molested.' Although their initial role was minor, it remained a memorable moment as it was their sole appearance until season 16.

The poster for It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia season 16

In the recent episode, Charlie has to visit his sisters' residence to retrieve the family's jar of teeth, which his mother had given to them for use in ASMR videos. It is revealed that the sisters had relocated to New Jersey and adopted the names Bunny and Candy, explaining their absence from the series. Furthermore, season 16 portrays Charlie's sisters living in a grand house, indicating their substantial wealth in contrast to their brother and mother. This newfound insight into their lives has unraveled a family conflict, providing an explanation for their prolonged absence since season 1.

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Recasting and Future Prospects

Given that it had been 18 years since Bunny and Candy's last appearance, new actresses stepped into the roles for It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia season 16. Olivia Cohen portrayed Bunny Kelly, while Isabella Cohen took on the role of Candy Kelly. Interestingly, the actresses are real-life sisters and share updates on their joint Instagram page.

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The return of Charlie's sisters in season 16 has been a significant development for long-time viewers of It's Always Sunny In Philadelphia. The effort to recast the characters and provide them with a backstory suggests the potential for their involvement in future episodes. Whether or not they make further appearances, the resolution of the mystery surrounding Charlie's sisters in season 16 is a noteworthy milestone for the show.

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