By Sheetal Kumari | March 21, 2025
Meet the tallest people in history! From 19th-century giants to modern record-holders, their heights continue to amaze the world.
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Standing at 8 ft 9 in, Rogan was the second-tallest person ever. He suffered from ankylosis, making movement difficult.
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The tallest person in recorded history, Wadlow reached 8 ft 11.1 in. He continued growing due to an overactive pituitary gland.
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Carroll stood at 8 ft 7.75 in. He had severe spinal curvature, affecting his height measurements over time.
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A Finnish giant, Myllyrinne grew to 8 ft 3 in. He was a soldier and held the title of the world’s tallest man for some time.
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The Canadian man reached 8 ft 2 in. He was a wrestler and circus performer known for lifting horses.
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At 8 ft 2.8 in, Kösen is the tallest living person. His extraordinary height is due to a pituitary disorder.
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Coyne had a rare genetic disorder and stood 8 ft 2 in. He was exempted from military service due to his height.
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Koehler was the tallest person of his time, measuring 8 ft 2 in. He had an average-sized twin sister.
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