A GIANT Love Story: How The Tallest Couple In The World Met And Married

Robert Wadlow and Betty Broadbent were the tallest married couple in history. Wadlow was born in 1918 in Alton, Illinois, and he grew to be 8 feet 11.1 inches tall. Broadbent was born in 1921 in Leicester, England, and she grew to be 7 feet 2.75 inches tall.

The couple met in 1937 at a circus in St. Louis, Missouri. Wadlow was working as a sideshow performer, and Broadbent was a member of a dancing troupe. They were both immediately smitten with each other, and they began dating soon after.

Wadlow and Broadbent faced many challenges in their relationship. Their height difference made it difficult for them to do everyday things, such as find clothes that fit and get around town. They were also the subject of much curiosity and scrutiny from the public.

A GIANT Love Story: How the Tallest Couple in the World Met and Married

by Gill Blanchard

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However, Wadlow and Broadbent did not let these challenges get in the way of their love. They married in 1939, and they had a happy and fulfilling relationship until Wadlow's untimely death in 1940.

How They Met

Robert Wadlow and Betty Broadbent met in 1937 at a circus in St. Louis, Missouri. Wadlow was working as a sideshow performer, and Broadbent was a member of a dancing troupe. They were both immediately smitten with each other, and they began dating soon after.

Their Relationship

Wadlow and Broadbent's relationship was a happy and fulfilling one. They were both very supportive of each other, and they enjoyed spending time together. They were also very popular with the public, and they were often invited to appear on television and radio shows.

Their Challenges

Wadlow and Broadbent faced many challenges in their relationship. Their height difference made it difficult for them to do everyday things, such as find clothes that fit and get around town. They were also the subject of much curiosity and scrutiny from the public.

However, Wadlow and Broadbent did not let these challenges get in the way of their love. They were both very determined to make their relationship work, and they succeeded.

Their Marriage

Wadlow and Broadbent married in 1939. The ceremony was held at the Methodist Church in Alton, Illinois. The couple had a large wedding, and they were surrounded by their family and friends.

After their marriage, Wadlow and Broadbent continued to live in Alton. They had a happy and fulfilling life together. They were both very active in their community, and they were both very popular with the public.

Wadlow's Death

Wadlow died in 1940 at the age of 22. He died from an infection that developed after he had a surgical procedure on his foot. Broadbent was devastated by Wadlow's death, but she eventually remarried and had a family of her own.

Their Legacy

Wadlow and Broadbent's story is a remarkable one. They were both very determined to make their relationship work, and they succeeded. They were an inspiration to others, and they showed the world that love can conquer all.

Additional Information

• Wadlow was the tallest man in history.
• Broadbent was the tallest woman in history.
• The couple was married for one year.
• Wadlow died from an infection that developed after he had a surgical procedure on his foot.
• Broadbent eventually remarried and had a family of her own.

A GIANT Love Story: How the Tallest Couple in the World Met and Married

by Gill Blanchard

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1033 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	16 pages
Screen Reader	:	Supported

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