When it comes to height, most men stop growing around age 16. But some grow up to be extremely tall.
According to Guinness World Records, Sultan Kosen is the tallest person in the world. He is over 8 feet tall. He suffers from pituitary gigantism. His condition caused him to have health problems that worsened over time.
Robert Wadlow
When Robert Wadlow was born, he was a healthy baby weighing eight pounds and six ounces. His life changed after he had a medical procedure that caused his pituitary gland to over-produce growth hormones. This caused him to grow at an extraordinary rate, and he surpassed his parents’ heights by age five. His parents encouraged him to participate in the same activities as his peers, and he did so with a grace that earned him the nickname “Gentle Giant.”
Throughout his life, he traveled widely to appear in shows, parades, and conventions, but he also found time to relax and enjoy his home. He was fond of collecting stamps, and his mother often gave him presents to commemorate important events. He was also a talented artist, and many of his paintings have been featured in exhibitions.
As he got older, Wadlow developed some health problems that were exacerbated by his remarkable height. His bones were particularly weak, and he had to wear leg braces to prevent them from collapsing. These braces rubbed against his skin, creating blisters that could lead to infections. This is one of the reasons he died at such an early age, at age 22.
Wadlow was a popular figure in his hometown of Alton, Illinois, and became a celebrity after his appearance at the Ringling Bros. Circus in 1938. He was so popular that he even went on a six-week national tour to visit schools, theaters, and lecture halls.
Although his life was full of adventures, it was not without its difficulties. Homes and public spaces were not designed for someone of his height, and he had to make many concessions in order to live comfortably. He was also required to wear leg braces, which rubbed against his skin and caused blisters that eventually led to infection.
In the end, his tremendous size proved to be his undoing. He died on July 15, 1940, in a hotel in Manistee, Michigan. He was buried in a casket that was 10 feet tall and weighed 1,000 pounds. It took 18 strong men to lift it.
Sultan Kosen
Sultan Kosen is a Turkish farmer who was declared the world’s tallest man in 2009. He stands 8 feet and 3 inches tall. Kosen has a condition known as pituitary gigantism, which causes the pituitary gland to secrete excess growth hormone. The condition can lead to huge hands, extra thick bones, and painful joints. He was born in December 1982 and is the son of a Kurdish family. He has never been to school and works as a farmer to help support his family. He also is a part-time basketball player, though his height has prevented him from playing professionally.
Although he has fulfilled many of his lifelong dreams since he became the world’s tallest person, he still hasn’t found a wife to share his life with. In 2022, he gave an interview to The Mirror and said that he had traveled from Turkey to Russia in an attempt to find a woman to marry. Unfortunately, he couldn’t find anyone who was interested in dating him.
Kosen is a cultural ambassador for his country, and he is proud of the fact that he is the first person to ever reach 8 feet in height. He enjoys traveling and he is an official greeter at the Ripley’s Believe It or Not! attraction in London.
While visiting the attraction, he posed next to a statue of Robert Wadlow, who was the world’s tallest man at the time of his death in 1940. He is also a good friend of the current world’s tallest woman, Rumeysa Gelgi.
Kosen is a well-known figure in his home country of Turkey and he’s also a good friend of the world’s shortest man, Chandra Bahadur Dangi, who was 1 foot, 9 1/2 inches tall before he died in 2014. In 2014, he met the world’s smallest women but didn’t have much luck because he couldn’t hear them. He hopes to meet the shortest men again in the future.
Rumeysa Gelgi
Rumeysa Gelgi is the world’s tallest woman, and she holds five Guinness World Records for her height. She was born in Turkey and lives with her parents. She owes her height to a rare genetic disorder called Weaver Syndrome, which causes rapid growth. She used to be bullied for her height in school, but she learned to appreciate it as a unique feature. She hopes to make good use of her height and be an advocate for diversity, body positivity, and research.
Gelgi was crowned the world’s tallest female in 2021, beating former record-holder Zeng Jinlian of China. She has been a vocal supporter of body positivity and is an activist for the rights of people with disabilities. Her story has inspired many youngsters, and she continues to turn heads wherever she goes.
Her family has been an important part of her life, and she credits them for her success. Although her childhood was filled with surgeries and physiotherapy, they never gave up on her. Now, she is a Junior Front-End Developer and a researcher in the tech industry. She also advocates for people with special needs and teaches them to be independent.
Despite being an inspiration to many people, Gelgi’s life is not without challenges. Her height makes car travel impossible, and she must use a wheelchair to get around. She also has to buy bespoke orthopaedic shoes and can only walk for short periods of time. In addition to her physical challenges, Gelgi has to deal with the social stigma associated with her condition. She wants to use her status as the world’s tallest woman to help others find a place for themselves in society.
Despite all the obstacles, Gelgi is still smiling. She enjoys her work and the people who surround her. In her free time, she likes to spend time with her niece Zeynep and her family. She is also an avid reader and loves to bake cakes. She also enjoys playing video games with her family and friends. In addition, she is a huge fan of the Marvel series Iron Man.
Pornchai Saosri
While many people claim to be taller than the world’s current tallest person, these claims are often either unverifiable or erroneous. For example, regular reports in American newspapers in the 18th and 19th century of giant human skeletons turned out to be the exaggerated remains of prehistoric whales or elephants. In addition, many claims of being taller than the world’s current record-holder are simply a result of an inaccurate measuring technique.
One such giant was Pornchai Saosri, a Thai man who claimed to be 8 ft 9.9 inches (269 cm) tall. Unfortunately, he died in 2015 at the age of 26 due to hypertension. Despite his impressive height, Pornchai struggled with a variety of medical problems because of his height. He also suffered from chronic knee pain, which prevented him from standing on his own.
His family was taking care of him at his home in Surin Province at the time of his death. He was still growing at the time of his death and had a 15-year-old granddaughter who helped him with daily tasks. The family has since buried him at the village of Ban Takaeo.
In addition to his impressive height, Pornchai was a skilled artist who painted beautiful landscapes and portraits. He had a large social circle and was well-known for his generosity and kindness to others. Sadly, his health declined in recent years and he was unable to walk or stand on his own.
In the past, it was thought that gigantism was caused by excessive growth hormones. However, research has now found that the condition is actually caused by a genetic mutation. This is why it is so important to eat healthy and exercise regularly. By doing so, you can increase your chances of becoming the tallest person in the world. So, if you’re serious about achieving the title, start eating more vegetables and exercising today! This is a good way to increase your bone density and prevent osteoporosis. You can even take supplements and medications to boost your growth. Lastly, don’t forget to get plenty of rest and drink water!