1761–1783 (22) United States 231 cm 7 ft 7 in Max Palmer Actor and pro wrestler. Listed by Guinness World Records at 7 ft 7 in, claimed 8 ft 1 in. Film Bio - Killer Apes, Invaders From Mars.[55] 1927–1984 (57) Romania 231 cm 7 ft 7 in Gheorghe Mureșan Tied for tallest in NBA history.