Who Is the Tallest Woman Ever
The tallest woman in recorded history is Zeng Jinlian of China. She is widely cited by height researchers and record organizations as the tallest woman ever measured. Her extraordinary height resulted from a medical condition that caused excessive growth.
Height and Medical Background
Zeng Jinlian stood approximately 2.48 meters tall, or about 8 feet 1 inch. She experienced rapid growth from childhood due to a pituitary disorder. Her height was carefully documented during her lifetime by medical professionals and researchers.
Record and Legacy
Zeng Jinlian remains a reference point for extreme human height. Her case is studied alongside other very tall individuals to understand growth disorders and human physiology. For additional context on tall records, see the Guinness World Records page on tallest people.
