Chandra bahadur dangi

Speaking this week from his home in Turkey, Sultan told of his sorrow upon learning of Chandra's passing. He may now no longer be with us, but Craig says Chandra certainly made a huge impact around the world. Chandra Bahadur Dangi , one of the most iconic record holders to have graced the pages of the Guinness World Records book, sadly passed away earlier this month.

Thinnest man in the world

The Nepalese record holder was a primordial dwarf, a condition that rarely sees people survive past thirty, but Mr Dangi remarkably lived for 75 years and touched the world with his strength and spirit. At Until his recognition by Guinness World Records, Chandra had spent his entire life in the remote Nepalese mountain village of Rhimkholi, about miles west of Kathmandu.

He lived there with his five brothers all of an average height and made his living weaving traditional Nepalese garments. Chandra's home was so remote that it wasn't until a forest contractor cutting timber in the village met him and informed local media that his incredible size came to light. He handled the media frenzy in his stride, and while he enjoyed the accolade and recognition, he also understood what it meant for everyone in Nepal to celebrate this iconic record.

Speaking at the time of Craig's visit in , Chandra said: "I'm very happy that I'm being recognised by Guinness World Records and that my name will be written in the book. It's a big thing for my family, my village and my country. I am very happy.