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Towering Challenges: 6ft 8.5in Woman Shares Realities of Being Exceptionally Tall
16 Nov
Summary
- Savanna Rae Trapp-Blanchfield, part of world's tallest family, embraces her height
- Struggles to find clothes, shoes, and cars that fit her 6ft 8.5in frame
- Deals with people interested in her solely due to her unique height
As of November 16th, 2025, Savanna Rae Trapp-Blanchfield, a 6ft 8.5in woman from Duluth, Minnesota, has been openly sharing the realities of being part of the Guinness World Record's Tallest Family. Trapp-Blanchfield, whose family has an average height of 6ft 8.03in, was taught from a young age to embrace her exceptional size.
Despite her positive outlook, Trapp-Blanchfield admits there are numerous drawbacks to being so tall. She often struggles to find clothes and shoes that fit her size 16 frame, and even the largest beds are too small for her long legs. Trapp-Blanchfield also frequently hits her head on ceilings, fans, and doorways, and has difficulty fitting in standard-sized cars and airplanes.
In addition to the physical challenges, Trapp-Blanchfield has also faced issues in her dating life, as she has had to deal with people who are interested in her solely because of her height. However, she has found solace in connecting with other tall women around the world, forming a supportive sisterhood.
Despite the obstacles, Trapp-Blanchfield remains confident and unapologetic about her height, embracing her unique stature and using it as a conversation starter to meet new people.
