The Trapps, an American family residing in Esko, Minnesota, were officially recognized in 2020 as the world’s tallest family by Guinness World Records. With an average height of 6 feet 8 inches (203.29 cm), this remarkable family had their achievement celebrated on December 6, 2020. Comprised of five members – Scott, Krissy, Savanna, Molly, and Adam – the Trapp family boasts a combined height that reaches half the length of a tennis court.
Their eldest son, Adam Trapp, 23, towers over his parents and siblings at an impressive 7 feet 3 inches (221.71 cm). His older sister, Savanna Trapp-Blanchfield, 28, stands tall at 6 feet 8 inches (203.6 cm), while their younger sister, Molly Steede, 25, stands at 6 feet 6 inches (197.26 cm). A father, Scott, who stands at 6 feet 8 inches (202.7 cm) and a mother, Krissy, considered the “smallest” of the family, reaching 6 feet 3 inches (191.2 cm).
The challenges that come with this unusual height are many, from having to bend down to get through doorways to having difficulty finding clothes and shoes that fit, to having difficulty driving or using public transportation due to their long legs. Despite these obstacles, the Trapps want to inspire others who feel different or unusual.
Their message is clear: do not let a physical characteristic define a person’s worth. All three Trapp children have shown their talent in sports, receiving college scholarship offers to play volleyball and basketball. Their story is not only fascinating, but it also illustrates how determination and perseverance can transcend obstacles, providing an inspiring example to all who feel marginalized or different.
The Trapps encourage the acceptance of diversity in all its forms and remind us that the true value of a person lies beyond their physical appearance. They are a living example of the beauty of difference and the potential that each person possesses, regardless of their size, appearance or physical characteristics. The Trapps remind us that true greatness lies in the acceptance of oneself and others, in respect for diversity and in the strength of self-confidence.