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Breaking a world record wasn’t on Olivier Richters’ (Netherlands) bucket list.
He never expected this “incredible opportunity”, but now the Dutch Giant is the tallest professional body builder (male) in the world.
The actor, bodybuilder and fitness model is a staggering 218.3 cm (7 ft 1.9 in) tall, as verified in Eemnes, Netherlands, on April 2021.
However, Olivier, who works as a bodybuilder for the cinema industry, was initially unsure about accepting the title.
"I said no because the definition of a bodybuilder is not clear. You got competitive bodybuilders (on stage competing) but also people who perform the sport for a different reason, like me as a profession/non-competitive for the film industry."
Therefore, Guinness World Records created two distinguished categories:
Of course, he has to juggle nailing his auditions between plenty of hours exercising in the gym!
After years of constant hard work and dedication, Olivier has grappled with many roles, sports (like kickboxing) and activities, keeping his many followers on their toes with a constant flow of new projects.
Then, the unexpected: a Guinness World Records title.
Another milestone in a career in full bloom, spanning through many different industries.
“When I got the email from Guinness World Records saying if I wanted to hold the title, I screenshotted and sent it to everyone." – Olivier Richters
Olivier recounts the moment of being contacted by Guinness World Records with a subtle, almost shy smile on his face and a bright light in his eyes.
"I know the book," he says: he used to read it as a child. Now, he can read it and see himself on the pages.
You can read about Olivier’s record in Guinness World Records 2022, out now.