Chandra Bahadur Dangi
World Record Holder for Shortest Man
Born
1939
86 years ago
Died
September 3rd, 2015
9 years ago — 76 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Nepal
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Born in Nepal, achieved the title of the shortest adult man in recorded history. Dangi measured 54.6 cm (21.5 in) tall. He received recognition from the Guinness World Records in 2012, drawing significant media attention. Dangi traveled internationally, participating in various events and interviews as representatives of the record holding community. His stature and achievement brought awareness to the condition of dwarfism.
Achieved the title of shortest adult man
Measured 54.6 cm tall
Recognized by Guinness World Records in 2012
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