Obituary of Robert Wadlow

Robert Wadlow

Robert Pershing Wadlow (born February 22, 1918 in Alton, Illinois) was a notable person who was best known for as being the tallest man in the world being 8 feet and 11 inches. Robert died on July 15, 1940 and his death was because of autoimmune deficiency following a blood transfusion. He died at the tender age of 22.

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Robert Wadlow Biography Wiki:

Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
Full Name: Wadlow, Robert
Common Name: Robert Wadlow
Gender: Male
Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
Birthplace: Alton, Illinois, United States
Birth Date: February 22, 1918
Age: 22 (at death)
Also Known As: Alton Giant, the Giant of Illinois
Occupation: Notable Person

Net Worth: $8 million
Nationality: American
Favorite Food: Prego Pasta Sauce
Favorite Color: Violet
Favorite Scent: Kenneth Cole Mankind Hero
Favorite Actor: Cary Grant

Robert's Family Tree

Birth Name: Robert Pershing Wadlow
Father: Harold Wadlow
Mother: Addie May Wadlow (née Johnson)
Brother(s):

Harold Wadlow Jr.
Eugene Wadlow

Sister(s):

Helen Wadlow
Betty Wadlow

Spouse/Partner:
Not Married - Single - Dating?

Death Notice:

Date: July 15 1940 at age 22
Place: Manistee, Michigan, United States
Cause of Death: Autoimmune deficiency (following a blood transfusion)
Interment: Buried at Oakwood Cemetery in Upper Alton, Madison County, Illinois, United States

Category Tags:

Notable Person American Born on February 22nd Born in 1918 Born in Illinois Died in 1940 Died at age 22 Died from Autoimmune deficiency

Quotable Quotes:

"Robert Wadlow's remarkable life captivated the world with his towering height and gentle spirit, leaving a lasting legacy that continues to inspire and amaze. (V)"

"Robert Wadlow was a successful American professional who gained worldwide recognition for being the tallest man in recorded history, standing at a staggering height of 8 feet 11.1 inches. Unfortunately, his towering height also contributed to his untimely death at the young age of 22. (V)"

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