1578–1623 (45) United States 274 cm 8 ft 11.5 in John Aasen American silent film actor, height is not officially confirmed. His skeleton was measured at 7 ft 2.4 in 1890–1938 (48) Thailand 269 cm 8 ft 10 in Pornchai Sawsri Claimed to measure 269 cm (8'10) at age 26 in September 2015.[83] He was measured at 257 cm (8'5") by Thai authorities for his ID card renewal in October 2013.[84] 1990?–2015[85] Egypt 269 cm 8 ft 10 in Sa’id Muhammad Ghazi Claimed 8'10", but was later measured at 7'11" (242 cm).[86] 1909–1941 (32) Ireland 269 cm 8 ft 10 in Patrick Murphy Claimed 8'10", but was later measured at 7'3.4" (222 cm). Height is not officially confirmed.