Sultan Kusin.
Sultan
Kusin, who was born in 1982 in Mardin, Turkey, rose to prominence due to his
exceptional height. In August 2009, the Guinness Book of Records named him the world's
tallest man, standing 247 centimeters. Sultan was a normal youngster until the
age of 10, when he developed a pituitary gland tumor that caused acromegaly.
This unusual illness caused him to develop quickly, outperforming his
classmates. Despite playing basketball, his rapid growth made walking
difficult. Doctors eventually halted his growth. Sultan did not complete school
but was twice inducted into the Guinness Book of Records, where he also holds
the record for the largest hands.
Igor Vokovinsky.
When Igor
was six years old, his family relocated from Ukraine to the United States,
nonetheless, he was already 180 centimeters tall. Doctors in the United States
revealed that a brain tumor pressing on his pituitary gland was producing an
excessive flow of growth hormone. Igor, who stands 235 centimeters tall,
confronts obstacles, particularly when it comes to custom-made clothing and
shoes. However, his height led him appearances in advertisements and films,
including a performance as a good-natured giant at the Eurovision Song Contest
in 2013. Despite becoming the tallest man in the United States, Igor is
studying law.
Mali Dutti.
Mali, the
world's tallest girl, stood out from her peers from the time she was nine years
old. This disease was discovered, along with the others in our film, because she
had a brain tumor. It also altered the appearance of Mali, which is incredibly
painful. Duanebi's life became lot easier after he finished school. According
to Mali, she was tormented by other youngsters and was quite concerned about
it. Mali now spends the majority of her time at home, helping her parents
clean, cook, and care for her three-year-old sister. But the most astonishing
thing is that, despite the girl's enormous height and great physical
power, her
parents are extremely concerned about Mali.
Robert Bobroczky
Robert's
father, a former Romanian national basketball player, began coaching him
basketball at the age of five. By the age of 12, Robert had outgrown his
father, and physicians feared a hormone imbalance before blaming his height on
genetics. His father is 216 cm tall, while his mother is 183. Robert was
recruited by an Italian basketball club at the age of 14, and he thrived there.
He later got the attention of Bobby Bossman at the US Olympic Training Center
and relocated to Ohio to join a collegiate squad. Robert now studies, speaks
five languages, lives on college, and trains hard with hopes of joining the
NBA.
Ekaterina Lisina
In 2018,
Russian Ekaterina Lisina entered the Guinness Book of Records as the tallest
model with the world's longest legs. Her legs are 113 cm long, and she stands
205.74 cm tall. Previously a successful basketball player, she won silver at
the 2006 World Championships, gold at the 2007 European Championships, and
bronze at the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Lisina retired in 2014 to prioritize her
family. Her height, inherited from her 198 cm father and 188 cm mother, used to
shame her, but she embraced it via basketball, eventually setting a world
record.
Morteza Meirzat Slekjani.
Iran's
tallest man, stands 2.46 meters and is one of the tallest persons in the world.
He's also the tallest Paralympic athlete ever. At 15, a bicycle accident left
him unable to walk without crutches. His life changed when Iran's Paralympic
sitting volleyball coach spotted him on television. Despite attempts to disqualify
him, the International Paralympic Committee confirmed that the regulations do not
include any height restrictions. As an outside hitter at the 2016 Rio
Paralympics, he scored 28 points in the final match. He has been playing for an
Iranian club since 2015.
Rumesa Gelgi
Rumesa
Gelgi, born in January 1997, holds the title of the tallest living woman
globally, standing tall at 7 feet 0.71 inches. Hailing from Turkey, Gelgi is a
multifaceted individual, known not only for her remarkableheight but also for
her achievements in various domains. As a teenager, she garnered widespread
recognition when she was declared the tallest living teenager globally in 2014.
Her journey into the record books continued in October 2021 when she was
officially recognized as the tallest living woman by the Guinness World
Records. Gelgi's extraordinary height is attributed to a rare condition known
as Weaver's Syndrome, which involves rapid growth hormone production and
various other abnormalities. Despite the challenges that accompany her unique
stature, Gelgi is an advocate, researcher, and freelance front-end developer. Her
story serves as an inspiration, showcasing her resilience and determination in
the face of adversity while raising awareness about medical conditions like
hers.
Zaynab Bebe
Zaynab Bebe,
hailing from Pakistan, achieved recognition as the tallest woman in Pakistan,
standing at an astounding height of 7 feet 2 inches. Her remarkable height was
documented in the Guinness Book of World Records in 2004. Zaynab faced numerous
health challenges, including diabetes, hypertension, and osteoporosis, and was
undergoing treatment for a kidney ailment at the time of her passing in 2018. Despite
her challenges, she made appearances on television shows and received
invitations to several countries. Zaynab Bebe's life shed light on the
difficulties faced by individuals with exceptional height.
André the Giant
Born as
André Rene Rosamoff in May 1946, André the Giant was a French professional
wrestler and actor. Standing at an imposing 7 feet 4 inches tall and weighing
236 kilograms, he became an iconic figure in the world of professional
wrestling. His extraordinary height was due to gigantism caused by excessive
growth hormone production. André was often referred to as the eighth wonder of
the world and enjoyed a successful wrestling career from the 1960s through the
mid-1980s. He is best known for his legendary feud with Hulk Hogan and his
victory to win the WWF Championship in 1988. Beyond wrestling, André ventured
into acting and appeared in movies like The Princess Bride, Zorro, and Conan
the Destroyer. He remains an enduring figure in the world of sports and
entertainment.
Yao Defen
Yao Defen, hailing
from China, held the title of the third tallest woman in history at a towering
7 feet 8 inches. She suffered from gigantism, a condition characterized by
excessive growth hormone production. Yao gained recognition for her exceptional
height and became a notable figure in China. Despite facing challenges
associated with her condition, she left a lasting impact before her passing in
2012.
Robert Waldo
Robert
Pershing Waldo, known as the Alton Giant and the Giant of Illinois, holds a
unique place in history as the tallest person ever recorded. Born in 1918 in
Alton, Illinois, he reached an astounding height of 8 feet 11.1 inches. Waldo's
remarkable stature was due to gigantism, a condition marked by an excess
production of growth hormone. Throughout his life, he became a celebrity and
toured with the Ringling Brothers Circus, captivating audiences across the
United States.
Neil Fingleton
Neil
Fingleton was an English actor and former basketball player. Standing at 7 feet
7.56 inches, he was one of the tallest men in the European Union and among the
top 25 tallest individuals globally. Fingleton started his basketball journey
in the United States, attending college in North Carolina and Massachusetts. After
a professional basketball career, he transitioned into acting, appearing in
various films and television shows, including Game of Thrones and Doctor Who.
Sun Mingming
Sun Mingming
is a former professional basketball player from China. He holds the Guinness
World Record for being the tallest professional basketball player globally,
measuring an impressive 7 feet 9 inches in height. Born in a small town in
China, Mingming began playing basketball at the age of 15. He attended Ventura
College in California, where he played basketball before moving on to play
professionally. Despite his towering height, Mingming pursued a career in basketball
and became a recognized figure in the sport.
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