In early 2022, Gelgi was crowned the tallest woman alive by Guinness World Records.
Gelgi, a resident of Karabük province in Turkey, typically relies on a wheelchair for mobility, but she is also able to walk short distances. When it comes to traveling longer distances, a stretcher becomes essential. Gelgi has Weaver Syndrome, which leads to accelerated growth and skeletal maturation, resulting in her remarkable height.
After receiving her award, Gelgi delivered a heartfelt message, emphasizing the importance of embracing one’s true self, recognizing personal potential, and striving for excellence.
She has achieved multiple Guinness World Records in the past. In 2014, the publication bestowed upon her the title of the world’s tallest teenager. Through her platform, she has become a strong advocate for individuals with rare disabilities, empowering them to embrace their uniqueness and find strength in standing out.
After achieving her second world record, Gelgi expressed:
“Embracing your uniqueness can be a positive experience. It has the potential to bring you unexpected success. I truly believe that embracing differences and other unique features that may initially seem like a disadvantage can actually be transformed into advantages if you have the desire and put in the effort. I did exactly that.”
Gelgi has achieved three additional Guinness World Records. These records include having the longest finger of any living female, measuring at 4.40 inches. She also holds the title for having the largest female hands, with her right hand measuring 9.81 inches and her left hand measuring 9.55 inches. Lastly, Gelgi has the distinction of having the longest back for a female, measuring at 23.58 inches.
Although she stands out due to her unique size, people can’t help but be captivated by the woman’s beauty, which radiates from her gentle soul. Continue reading to discover more about Gelgi and the obstacles she has triumphed over.
One of the difficulties she encountered due to her condition was traveling by plane. Gelgi shared her exhilarating experience of taking her first flight on Instagram, radiating pure joy. She shared some delightful photos with her fellow flight crew members, who seemed just as thrilled to be on this journey with her.
After touching down, she expressed her sincere gratitude to the individuals who made her soaring adventure possible.
“An absolutely amazing experience with Turkish Airlines, from beginning to end. She expressed her gratitude towards the many people she had to thank. Regrettably, I wasn’t able to learn the names of the many individuals who generously and tirelessly assisted me throughout the 13-hour flight, totaling 19 hours in the air. They even went above and beyond to organize a delightful celebration in the sky. I must say, my first plane ride was an unforgettable experience that has left me yearning for more adventures in the sky.”
Since she was little, Gelgi’s parents instilled in her the belief that her condition was not an illness, but rather a syndrome, and that there was no need for anything to be fixed.
Gelgi, who has relied on a wheelchair from a young age, has encountered bullies and triumphed over adversity. In December 2023, a 27-year-old made an exciting announcement about being featured in LadBible’s “That’s My Beauty” and was met with an overwhelming amount of love and admiration.
“Wow, absolutely stunning! 😍👏” one user exclaimed, while another chimed in, “You’re incredibly beautiful, especially your eyes! You’re an absolute vision. 😍”