In 2020, the Trapp family from Esko, Minnesota, USA, earned the title of the tallest family in the world, as officially recognized by Guinness World Records on December 6, 2020. With an average height of 203.29 cm (6 ft 8 in), the family of five members—Scott, Krissy, Savanna, Molly, and Adam—has a combined height that spans halfway across a tennis court.
The tallest member, Adam Trapp, now 23 years old, stands at an impressive 221.71 cm (7 ft 3 in), towering over his parents and siblings. Following him is 28-year-old Savanna Trapp-Blanchfield, who measures 203.6 cm (6 ft 8 in), and their younger sister, 25-year-old Molly Steede, who is 197.26 cm (6 ft 6 in). The parents are also notably tall, with father Scott standing at 202.7 cm (6 ft 8 in) and mother Krissy at 191.2 cm (6 ft 3 in).
The Trapp siblings have excelled in athletics, attracting recruitment from universities to play sports such as volleyball and basketball. However, their remarkable height comes with challenges, including ducking through doorways, difficulty finding appropriately sized clothing and shoes, and navigating public transportation with long legs.
Despite these hurdles, the Trapps aspire to inspire others who feel different or unusual. They advocate for looking beyond appearances and emphasize that no physical trait should define a person’s worth.
This unique family’s story is a testament to resilience and the importance of self-acceptance in the face of societal expectations