What is the Biggest Nose in History?
Thomas Wedders (or Wadhouse), an 18th-century English circus performer, is widely cited as having the longest nose in history. His nose is allegedly measured at 20 cm (7.8 inches) long. While this measurement is remarkable, it's important to note that it's based on historical accounts and lacks contemporary verification methods.
However, the current Guinness World Record holder for the longest nose on a living person (male) is Mehmet Özyürek, from Turkey. His nose measured 8.8 cm (3.46 in). Unfortunately, Mr. Özyürek passed away in 2023.
- Time Period: Lived in the mid-18th century (circa 1730).
- Occupation: Circus sideshow performer.
- Claim to Fame: Possessed a nose allegedly measuring 20 cm (7.8 inches).
- Verification: The measurement lacks definitive verification from modern medical or scientific sources. This measurement should be treated as an historical claim, requiring further investigation and corroboration.
Modern Record: Mehmet Özyürek
- Time Period: Late 20th and early 21st century.
- Country: Turkey.
- Record: Held the Guinness World Record for the longest nose on a living person (male), measuring 8.8 cm (3.46 inches).
- Verification: The measurement was officially verified by Guinness World Records.
