Afshin Esmaeil Ghaderzadeh Height, Weight, Age, Wife, Parents, Shortest Man Record, Biography & More

Posted by Zora Stowers on Thursday, May 9, 2024

Afshin Esmaeil Ghaderzadeh (born 13th July 2002, age: 21 years) is the Guinness World Record holder for the shortest man in the world. He is from Iran. Afshin is twice the height of regular basketball and he is only 65.24 cm tall which is 2 feet and 1.6 inches.

He was not famous earlier as the shortest man alive. But on 14th December 2022 Editor in Chief at Guinness World Records announced the name of Afshin as the world shortest man breaking every previous record of the shortest man.

Afshin Esmaeil Ghaderzadeh’s height was measured at the Head Office of Guinness World Records situated in Dubai. After measurements, it was found that he is only 2 feet and 1.6 inches tall.

Biography (Early Life & Education)

Afshin Esmaeil Ghaderzadeh is from Bukan City of West Azerbaijan province, Iran. He is famous in his village with his name as Mohamad. Afshin’s age is 21 years (as of 2023) as he was born on the 13th of July 2002.

In his interview, Afshin revealed that due to physical weakness, he remained unable to complete his school education. He stop attending school after he faced physical weakness. His life has not been easy since he dropped school.

He is now getting treatment for his physical weakness along with struggling with literacy. A few months ago Afshin Esmaeil Ghaderzadeh learned to write his own name. He does not have any mental problems but has only physical issues due to which he remained illiterate.

Just thinking about being part of the Guinness World Records family is like a dream. I struggle to believe it sometimes. It is like you wake up the next day and the entire world now knows who you are. That’s magical,” said Afshin.

Afshin Esmaeil Ghaderzadeh BIO/WIKI

Full Real NameAfshin Esmaeil Ghaderzadeh
NicknameMohamad
Age (as of 2023)21 years old
Popular asFor making Guinness World Record for the shortest height
ProfessionDigital Content Creator
Place of BirthBukan City of West Azerbaijan province, Iran
Current ResidenceBukan City of West Azerbaijan Province, Iran
EducationUn-educated
SchoolNever went to school, had little education from the home tutor
Date of Birth13th July 2002
Net worthHe is not earning right now
NationalityIranian
EthnicityIranian
ReligionIslam
Zodiac SignCancer
LanguagesKurdish and Persian, using the Farsi dialect.

Afshin Esmaeil Ghaderzadeh Height, Weight & Physical Appearance

Weight (approx.)In Kilograms: 6.5 kg
In Pounds: 14.33 lbs
Height (approx.)In Feet Inches: 2′ 1.6″
In Meters: .65 m
In Centimetres: 65.24 cm
Distinctive FeaturesSmall height, Sharp Nose
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorBlack
Hair LengthShort

Family, Parents & Ethnicity

After Afshin Esmaiel Ghaderzadeh won Guinness World Record a little progress in the financial condition of his family has been spotted. Due to his height, he struggled to get a job. Being illiterate he did not get any work. His physical weakness made him unable to do any physical work to earn money. His father Mr. Esmail Ghaderzadeh shared that they have been spending on his son’s physical weakness treatment.

He has recently become active on Instagram after he learned a little bit about operating of mobile phone with the help of his friend. However, it is still difficult for Afshin Esmaeil Ghaderzadeh to carry a smartphone with him but he says he still manages to carry it.

Afshin went on to have his Guinness World Record title in Dubai with his father and mother. Afshin’s father works as a Construction worker.

Afshin always needs the support of his parents to travel anywhere outside his home. However, he can walk individually but sometimes he needs to be picked up in arms by someone to go somewhere far.

“My dream is to be able to help my parents. This global recognition might help me achieve my dream.”

Father’s NameEsmaeil Ghaderzadeh
Mother’s NameNot Known
SisterNot Known
BrotherNot Known
ReligionIslam
EthnicityIranian
NationalityIranian

Career

As the shortest man in the world, Afshins Esmail Ghaderzadeh has chosen the best way to earn some bucks for his parents. He switched to a social media career in December 2021. He is active on Instagram stating himself as an Artist.

He posts regular entertainment and comedy videos of him on Instagram. He collaborated with actor, comedian, and social media star Fer Khane to make comedy content. Afshin Esmaeil Ghaderzadeh is now having 43.1k followers after he won the Guinness World Records title.

Afshin Esmaeil Ghaderzadeh Wife, Girlfriend, and Relationships

There is no doubt of this fact even dwarf people get married to people from their dwarf community. But Afshin Esmaeil Ghaderzadeh is not married yet. He is 21 years old and facing physical weakness in his body. In upcoming years he may find someone equal to his height to get married but right now he is single.

Guinness World Record For Shortest Man Living

Afshin Esmaeil Ghaderzadeh has become one of the shortest men available on the earth. He has broken all previous records of the shortest man certified by the Guinness World Records. After the death of a few shortest-man record holders, Afshin is now a new one who holds this record.

Previously this record has been honored to “Edward Nino Hernandez”, “He Pingping”, “Khagendra Thapa Magar”, “Junrey Balawing”, “Chandra Dangi”, and “Magar”. 36-year-old Edward “Niño” Hernandez (Colombia) was the last one who was holding this record before Afshin. Edward was only 70.21 cm tall whereas Afshin is now 65.24 cm tall.

Facts You Need to Know About Afshin Esmaeil Ghaderzadeh

  • Afshin Esmaeil Ghaderzadeh is fond of watching Tom and Jerry cartoons on TV at his home.
  • After learning mobile functions he has now become fond of scrolling on social media.
  • His favorite football club is Esteghlal Football Club in Iran.
  • He is a fan of football players Ali Daei (Iran) and Cristiano Ronaldo (Portugal).
  • He sometimes wishes to be tall as he wants to drive his own car.
  • He shared in his interview that due to his short height, he may fit inside the tallest man alive in the world.
  • Afshin Esmaeil Ghaderzadeh struggles while buying clothes and he goes to a tailor for customization of his dress.
  • He usually wears clothes made for newborn babies.
  • The shortest man Afshin is fond of dancing and shakes his booty on listening to Iranian Kurdish music.
  • He was a distinguished guest at Ahalia Hospital Mussafah after he became a Guinness World Record Holder.
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    FAQs

    Who is Afshin Esmaeil Ghaderzadeh?

    Afshin is a Guinness World Record title holder for the category of Shortest man alive.

    How tall is Afshin Esmaeil Ghaderzadeh?

    Afshin is only 65.24 cm which is 2 ft 1.6 inches tall.

    How old is Afshin Esmaeil Ghaderzadeh?

    Afshin is 21 years old, as of 2023.

    When was Afshin Esmaeil Ghaderzadeh?

    Afshin was born on the 13th of July 2022.

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