The Trapp family from Minnesota, officially crowned the world’s tallest family, has opened up about the unique challenges that come with their extraordinary stature. With an average height of 6 feet 8 inches, the family—comprising parents Scott and Krissy and their children Adam, Molly, and Savanna—has found that life above the crowd is not without its very real physical and practical difficulties.
The tallest of the clan, Adam, stands at an impressive 7 feet 3 inches, while the “shortest” member, mother Krissy, is 6 feet 3 inches. Despite the accolades, they face daily hurdles that most people never consider. Simple acts like walking through a doorway require a conscious duck, and driving a car becomes a complex puzzle of fitting long legs into a confined space. Shopping for clothes that fit properly is often a “frustrating” experience, as standard sizes fall far short of their needs.
The physical toll of growing so tall was also significant. Daughter Savanna recalled that the “growing pains were unreal,” leaving her with stretch marks on the back of her legs. She also revealed a more surprising medical issue: “if I stand up too fast, I sometimes faint,” a condition known as orthostatic hypotension that can be more common in very tall individuals. These candid admissions provide a glimpse into the less glamorous side of holding a world record.
Despite these challenges, the Trapps are determined to use their height to their advantage. The children, all accomplished athletes, were recruited for college sports. Savanna has expressed ambitions to pursue acting or modeling, and even has her sights set on another world record for the largest hands on a living woman. Their story is one of adapting to extraordinary circumstances with resilience and a positive outlook.
