Tallest Person On Earth 2024 World Record. His record has remained unbroken in the 80 years since and it's unlikely that any human will reach. Robert wadlow, the tallest man ever, measured a mighty 8 ft 11 in (2.72 m).

It’s no secret that humanity is fascinated with extremes:. Known as the alton giant or the giant of illinois, robert wadlow holds the record for being the tallest person in recorded history.