According to Guinness World Records, there are more than 65,000 official records in its massive database. These range from athletic feats like holding the longest plank to quirky achievements like growing the heaviest blueberry or designing the smallest humanoid robot.
But in December 2020, the Trapp family from Esko, Minnesota, added something truly unique to that list — becoming the tallest family in the entire world.
The Trapp siblings — Adam, Molly, and Savanna — have always used their height to their advantage. Each of them grew up playing sports, with several even being recruited by colleges to play basketball or volleyball at a competitive level.
Among the siblings, Adam towers above the rest, standing at a remarkable 221.71 cm (7ft 3in). Savanna follows closely at 203.6 cm (6ft 8in), while Molly comes in just under that at 197.26 cm (6ft 6in).
Everyday activities — from finding clothes that fit to walking through doorways — can be more complicated than most people realize.
“The growing pains were unreal. I have stretch marks on the back of my legs,” Savanna shared, reflecting on the physical toll that came with growing so tall so fast.
The Trapp family told Guinness World Records that they often have to duck under standard doorframes and that even simple things like shopping can turn into “frustrating” experiences since most stores don’t carry items that fit their proportions.
Driving is another ongoing challenge — the family explained that because of their long legs, fitting comfortably behind the wheel requires careful adjustments or even custom vehicle modifications.
In April 2022, Molly said she hoped to pass down her family’s remarkable genetics to her future children, continuing the Trapp legacy. Savanna, on the other hand, has her sights set on pursuing a career in acting or modeling — and even dreams of setting another record.
She revealed that she wants to challenge the Guinness World Record for the largest hands on a living woman, proving that her ambitions are just as big as her height.
For those who think they might hold a record-breaking feature or talent — whether it’s height, strength, or something completely unusual — Guinness World Records invites people to apply and have their claim verified.
The process starts by submitting an application through the official Guinness World Records website, where each case is carefully reviewed before a title is awarded.
So, if you think your family might be even taller than the Trapps, patience — and perhaps a measuring tape — will definitely be required.
