As per last update in September 2021, here is a list of some of the tallest individuals in recorded history. Please note that there may have been changes or new additions to this list since then:-
1. Robert Wadlow:- Robert Wadlow, also known as the "Alton Giant" or "Giant of Illinois," is considered the tallest person in recorded history. He reached a height of 8 feet 11 inches (2.72 meters) before his death at the age of 22 in 1940.
2. Zeng Jinlian:- Zeng Jinlian was a Chinese woman who, at her death in 1982, held the title of the tallest woman ever recorded. She reached a height of 8 feet 1 inch (2.46 meters).
3. Leonid Stadnyk:- Leonid Stadnyk, a Ukrainian man, claimed to be the world's tallest living person until his death in 2008. His height was measured at 8 feet 5.5 inches (2.57 meters).
4. Sultan Kösen:- Sultan Kösen from Turkey held the Guinness World Record for the world's tallest living person as of my last update in 2021. His height was measured at 8 feet 2.8 inches (2.51 meters).
5. Bao Xishun:- Bao Xishun, a Mongolian herdsman, held the Guinness World Record for the world's tallest living man before Sultan Kösen. His height was recorded at 7 feet 8.95 inches (2.36 meters).
6. Don Koehler:- Don Koehler, an American who passed away in 1981, was known for his height of 8 feet 2.5 inches (2.50 meters).
7. Yao Ming:- Yao Ming, a former professional basketball player from China, stood at 7 feet 6 inches (2.29 meters). While not one of the tallest individuals in history, he achieved fame as an NBA player.
Please note that these heights are based on historical records and measurements. The title of the world's tallest living person can change over time as new individuals are identified and measured. It's also essential to consider the health and medical challenges that can accompany extreme height.
