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Johann Petursson, 7'8 performer and actor, 1930s (lemmy.world)
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[โ€“] Nastybutler 35 points 2 months ago (1 children)

At the age of 17, he was very strong and reportedly could lift a lorry, but had back and joint issues and difficulty walking by age 20

Maybe lifting lorries wasn't a good idea

[โ€“] BreadOven 19 points 2 months ago

Didn't help. But would have likely happened regardless. At least usually with people of that size.