Longest Fingernails EVER! - Guinness World Records

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Diana Armstrong (USA) hasn't cut her fingernails in over 24 years.
After losing her daughter back in 1997, her fingernails became a living memory as they used to love painting their nails together.
The longest fingernails on a pair of hands (female) belong to Diana Armstrong (USA) and measure 1,306.58 cm (42 ft 10.4 in), as verified in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA, on 13 March 2022.
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[@clanbigger4]

Tragic she lost her daughter but she really needs therapy for her trauma much more than a world record 🙁 the nails are an unhealthy attachment/seems debilitating.. she acknowledged out loud "I didn't go get help"

[@JohnSmith-zw8vp]

She probably does get help now.

[@laceystanley7674]

Maybe she tried therapy but it didn't work. It doesn't work for everyone sadly. I've tried a few times but this year I'm going to see if I can do therapy and stick with it now I have a different mind-set for the sake of my child. It's all about mind-set

[@8213apice]

@@laceystanley7674 she said she never got help 😒 so what do you mean she tried it and didn’t work? 😒

[@creativegenius4671]

Please don't think u know what's best for anyone BUT YOURSELF. Thank you.

[@ashupashu5559]

@@creativegenius4671 Sometimes other people know what's best for you, that's why people get help.

[@ScootyPuffJR42]

You can tell by the way she talks about her daughter that heartbreak is still so raw. I'm glad she found a way to be close to her daughter still. Congratulations to this amazing woman for breaking a world record!

[@ytb40]

I love her smile so much when the gentleman gave her her certificate. Her giant nails are there for a reason, and they help her to cope with the loss of her daughter, most probably more than anything else. I also love the support of her family, they understand the meaning of her nails and help her to further grow and keep them. Hope that many many more people are also supportive of her and her nailgrowth, she devserves it so much :) :)

[@Eramusic405]

Lpplllllllll

[@henrydickson8691]

Thank you for your positive comments

[@davemeccariello971]

She is unable to use her hands for ANYTHING...think about that

[@tessmolloy2388]

Exactly, and that means she needs assistance with pretty much everything, on a daily basis. The accomplishments, in my opinion, belong to her enablers. I do hope she gets grief counseling and come to realize the sacrifices others have made for her.

[@melloLL4722]

She's blessed to have grand kids!

[@sneed4987]

She's an idiot. Imagine being proud that you didn't groom yourself for 25 years

[@stellamary204]

Thats exactly what I was thinking. How does she do even basic tasks?

[@JohnSmith-zw8vp]

@@stellamary204 VERY carefully.

[@nickheadd3390]

That's insane. How do you wash, eat, go to the bathroom? This should not be encouraged.

[@Tyree101]

Exactly

[@loststar2375]

I don't understand why people applaud things like this. That poor woman is not mentally healthy, she needs therapy and not an award or something.

[@jasoncaine2600]

Mental health is important

[@JustSomeCanadianGuy]

That must make the person with the 2nd longest nailed feel like they’re wasting their time. 🤣

[@chanteledwards3615]

Especially since she cut it. At least they both made the record books.

[@craiicraii5610]

@@chanteledwards3615 She didn’t cut it, that was another record holder

[@Rejectcolinization]

@@chanteledwards3615What are you talking about no she didn’t

[@notveryrea1]

@@Rejectcolinization There's a video on this channel of her getting it cut what's wrong with you?

[@melloLL4722]

She looks gorgeous for 63!!

[@astraphobia6303]

That is just heartbreaking 💔 Congratulations to her, and best of luck to her and her family.

[@A1441]

This is fascinating. The fact that her nails grow that long and STRAIGHT is unbelievable. I just hope her nails look clean and well-taken care of like that of the former record-holder. It would have been a sight to see. Congratulations!

[@icedbrown5511]

You can see that she glued some of them. Give me a break. Praising someone and awarding someone instead of helping him/her. She needs help. A therapy at first.

[@evanbourke9437]

Shridhar Chillal’s nails were the longest nails ever and his thumbnail being the longest at 6 feet and 5 inches. He is the best of all and always will be

[@virginiawilliams648]

To each his own but I pray she finds healing for tremendous grief. I was depressed after my mom died in 2010 and didn't snap out of it until now, in 2022. I understand 1st hand what she's going through and the effect but I hope she heals.

[@ytb40]

It seems to me with her long nails she has already found some healing. They symbolize her love for her daughter. All the best to you :) :)

[@jellocakes]

This is so heartbreaking. I lost a child so I completely understand this pain. Everyone deals with grief in different ways. For her it’s not healthy to embrace this. I’m so sorry. I wish I could meet this woman and hug her

[@scakins]

might be dangerous to hug her

[@Jaheartsjonas]

Random thought but in another life this lady could've been a model, she is truly stunning and gorgeous

[@notveryrea1]

She definitely has very beautiful features

[@specterx2135]

It’s somewhat unsettling to look at but it’s still a very sweet sentiment

[@MbowAmadou]

I have millions of question on how she do basic things with her hands like using her phone,…

[@tessmolloy2388]

Others have enabled her and continue to do so. Phone? How about personal hygiene? Earning a living?

[@stephen8289]

Laziness

[@rockaway149]

Pfff to each their own way of dealing with losses, but this doesn't seem healthy at all. You shouldn't sacrifice your own life to remember someone, no person would want to pass that burden on their relatives. In the end a lost relative is as close to you as you keep him/her in your mind. If you want to use a token of remembrance to keep your memory of your relatives close by all means go for it, but don't mistake the token for your actual memories. In the end nails are just nails.

[@JohnSmith-zw8vp]

Yeah and the Mona Lisa is just a painting :P And Michelangelo's David is just a statue :P

[@slugintub634]

​@@JohnSmith-zw8vpthe mona lisa didn't stop Da Vinci from functioning as a human being

[@JohnSmith-zw8vp]

@@slugintub634 She functions just fine as a human being, which is more than I can say for all the haters/trolls who put down her and her glorious masterpieces.

[@BorisEysbroek]

@@JohnSmith-zw8vp She functions? Seems she is awfully dependant on others for homekeeping and personal hygiene. Can't recall healthy people needing care for day-to-day chores, but maybe I'm just behind the times.

[@evergreengem8693]

Congrats on making Guinness Ms. Diane!!! That was so touching to know why you've grown ur nails all these years. 💙

[@ytb40]

Indeed. May her nails keep growing and stay strong, they mean the world to her, they make it possible for her to cope with the loss of her daughter.

[@raekell]

Don't encourage this behavior. She needs help

[@kenterngomdir8957]

@@raekell Agree. Growing nails that limit her from functioning like an abled person should is just an impediment .... getting a guiness record for growing nails is not an achievement in my opinion. The loss of a child is very sad and takes away so much from you but what about her children who are alive and perhaps need her love and presence. I think she's just handicapped herself and that is sad. What does she do for a living I wonder ..no way to cope with loss. Cut those nails and just go out there and live a normal life.

[@lizzeyflower]

She has not left house In ten years I can't even spend 10 minutes in my home without hearing yelling

[@user-eu2sw1br4r]

😂😂

[@xClaydogzx]

Well done, her daughter will always be a part of her forever no matter how long the nails grow

[@kenterngomdir8957]

Your child is always a part of you even without those nails

[@icedbrown5511]

Being a part of someone HAS NOTHING TO DO with growing nails! We keep our family who passed away in our hearts. By NOT LETTING GO, you are simply not allowing this person to go to Heaven! This is our way, our life. Live here and then go to the other place. This is how it works. This lady DOES NOT ALLOW HER DAUGHTER'S SPIRIT TO GO WHERE SHE IS MEANT TO GO - TO HEAVEN. She HAS TO learn to let go.

[@freddyk6535]

I would be scared to come around her I would stay six feet away because I would not want to damage her nails by accident. That is amazing and dedication!!!

[@D6S0]

this is very sweet, sad to see her daughter died, god bless to your family

[@JollyOl]

I love how happy her and her family are about her nails ❤️. Especially with how her grandkids help out here and there.

[@ytb40]

So through the nails also the grandkids are somehow connected to her daughter. More power to this lady, she found a way to cope with the loss...

[@jessicaarmstrong6481]

Congratulations!!! I didn’t not know why you grow your nails out, Auntie. Now I know❤️! Your are Amazing and very special to me!

[@JohnSmith-zw8vp]

Her nails are a masterpiece; if she ever decides to make an instagram account or something or if she has an email or whatnot I'd love to chat/email her!

[@ytb40]

You are fantastic, same as your aunt, who is so fantastic, too. Love so much how you and your family support your aunt and her nails. Her tragic loss hurts her so much, but she is so strong and finds comfort and joy and pride in her nails, which connect her to her daughter. Please stay the wonderful caring and supporting lady who you are, dear Jessica :) :)

[@shomakaarmstrong26]

Congratulations Again Mother🎉🎉🎉🎉 You Are The Best, I Love You To Pieces❤❤❤❤

[@yesyoucanTellme]

Congratulations to her . She nailed it !

[@benlecluyse]

🤣

[@rita7766]

Lol

[@Hmnm]

I see what you did there…

[@TheeEuno]

LOL!

[@mokaLARE]

😂😂😂

[@fluffylittleclouds1]

Can't they spray paint her nails instead of polishing it? Would certainly go a lot faster and evenly..

[@adivatheone]

I was thinking that to like why not paint them it would save on polish and take less time

[@geedusa]

They do make spray nail polish.. send her some ☺️

[@ItzUKGBatz]

At least she dont need a walking stick

[@culers_amp]

she’s really pretty and her nails are so unique from everyone’s nails😍

[@Sperminski]

Lol

[@TheCeciD]

I’m so surprised they didn’t curl up as they grew long like some of the ones I’ve seen on KZbin.

[@satan5400]

Um no

[@ytb40]

So true. She has such a beautiful face. And I love her nails, too. So unique. Hope somuch she will keep them as she says, they belong to her.

[@slugintub634]

​@@ytb40you're out of your mind

[@qfina]

How does she use the toilet??

[@Gaming1Legendz]

She probably takes a shower since it’s cleaner that way anyway

[@yoshiskysun]

@@Gaming1Legendz Every time?

[@djflexdquanwilson8936]

EACH NAIL IS APPROXIMATELY 4FT 3.4 INCH... (4.3)FT a peice... THATS 10 FINGERS AT 4FT 3.4 INCHS =42 feet 10 inches roughly

[@Athena2071]

Thank for the explanation cos I was really starting to think I don't know how long a feet is. 😂😂😂

[@rubberboots-]

That is so sad! I have asthma, too! I like how she has a reason not to cut her nails.

[@raylynlucas5729]

Sorry to hear that have you ever heard of the Buteyko Method?

[@ytb40]

It's such a noble reason indeed. The length of her nails is directly proportional to the love she feels for her daughter, there can't be a more beautiful symbolism.

[@Z3R0.00]

She is a beautiful woman. I’m glad she is no longer a recluse and that the record can bring her positivity about her nails not just mourning for her daughter. I wish her and her family continued healing.

[@viccharles1340]

Great story and an amazing accomplishment. I’ve seen her online over the years and I’ve watched her nails grow and nice to see she’s finally getting the recognition that she deserves.

[@tessmolloy2388]

How is this an accomplishment? She obviously has to have others do things for her, too numerous to detail, which is basically enabling her to continue to relive the grief of losing her daughter. I can’t imagine such a tragic loss, and I feel for the family. However, growing one’s nails, hair, etc., is passive. Anyone can do it, perhaps not to that extreme length. The award should go to the people who went above and beyond to assist her daily with life and continue to do so. I do hope she can learn to deal with her grief in healthier ways.

[@gamergaminggmod]

That has to be a joke omg 💀

[@startrad3r]

@@tessmolloy2388 Spot on, well said!

[@jasonsaylor7983]

I can't be the only one wondering how does she take care of herself. If she has to use the facilities. But the story is fantastic I love it.

[@rosamaria4u]

I wanted to ask the same question...how does it work?

[@missnauer]

Haha I was thinking a bidet maybe

[@sigmasiren777]

She probably gets help from her daughter. She is an older woman, anyway.

[@andressennn7893]

It's so tragic that she lost her daughter and she was 16. But she died in the most unexpected time.

[@Iv1309]

I find her story heartbreaking. No parent should bury their child. But this sad tragedy brought such a great victory. Also, I think that she's a very beautiful lady.

[@85set05]

What are you on about she functionally crippled herself and it seems like she's placing that burden on her whole family.

[@cruz25617]

She's a Beautiful Soul inside and out. She's Strong. She's also Naturally Artistic Aesthetically. She is Walking Art. Yes, I'm sure her Baby is Proud of her. ❤️ No Doubt. 🙂

[@slever863]

a sad story from a Guinness world record holder. Very impressive!

[@ivyamaru9537]

And congratulations on breaking a world record , she deserves it❤️🥳🎉🎉

[@stephenwrachford7220]

So sorry for her loss but its crazy to grow nails like that. Lol why not remember a different way.

[@TheFoxHound626]

People grieve in strange ways

[@FiddleYourTiddle666]

Let her grieve.

[@geedusa]

Bc it's her prerogative

[@coltthestarsheriff3544]

I like her voice, soo deep and calm.

[@ogayenne]

This record will be so hard for anyone to break. Her nail is the longest nails ever to make this record.

[@chigunna1]

Cousin I never knew that was the reason for growing your nails. I love u & your nails ❤️💙

[@ytb40]

May your cousin receive all the love and the support for her and her nails from the people in her city and from around the world. She surely deserves it. May her nails grow on forever and connect er even more to her wonderful daughter ❤💙❤💙❤💙

[@karami8844]

Wow, her hands and joints must hurt from the weight and being unable to move her fingers. I’ve been growing out my hair too, ever since my dad passed away in 2020. The last time I cut my hair was before the pandemic, early 2020 to an above-the-shoulder length. Now, it’s the longest I’ve ever had it at my waist. I don’t know when I’ll cut it but it’ll be when I’m ready. 😔

[@SY-fp6ng]

When you're ever ready, you can sell the hair if it's not really damaged. If you don't grab it the hairdresser will probably sell it

[@SY-fp6ng]

Pt 2 or you can donate to locks of love

[@tessmolloy2388]

I’m sorry for your loss. At least with growing your hair you can donate it if you so choose, and you won’t need the assistance of others to perform daily tasks and self care routines that you would need if your nails were overgrown.

[@LittleClarinetPlayer]

Consider it keeping a memory. You don’t have to donate it unless you want to. I still haven’t opened the last gift someone gave to me before they died. It’s too much knowing that’s the last gift I’ll ever receive.

[@kenterngomdir8957]

@@tessmolloy2388 absolutely agree!!!

[@lindaaih]

Beautiful lady. Really hope she gets some help so she can live her life to the fullest.

[@quique7764]

She ain't hurting nobody & as long as it makes her happy more power to her.

[@edfarms3168]

Yah and I wonder who wipes her butt? Not her with those nails. How's she supposed to work? Must be living on welfare . She needs to cut her nails and get a job and a life

[@paranoia985]

imagine growing nails for your entire life instead of going to the psychologist couple of times

[@geedusa]

It's not hurting her or nobody else Everybody copes differently

[@geedusa]

@Nancy not her situation

[@slugintub634]

​@@geedusayes it fricking is hurting her, tell me how a person is going to even pour a drink or cook something with those nails

[@geedusa]

@@slugintub634 you adapt ..the nails have grown same as she has.. they're something you get used to & if she has problems doing anything she uses an alternate method, just like you would .. Now I watched this video a year ago so I'm not sure but I don't remember her saying she's in pain. But calm down though

[@mermaid30019]

@@geedusait’s definitely hurting the ppl around her they have to take care of her cuz she didn’t go get help.

[@d_1_]

Her nails are like stems of an old tree having a great history and memories 😅

[@MOONLIGHTBLUNTS]

How does she whipe after she goes number 2

[@monkeydgarp9663]

She makes her daughter do it for her obviously

[@akannie3755]

This is the most heartwarming thing I’ve ever seen. I’m very glad I decided to click on this video.

[@Archiboi748]

Great job on the record!

[@tuesdaywithjisoo8395]

Aside from the tragic aspect of this story. I want to know how she does things with those and how much they weigh yk? I'm just really curious. Like are they uncomfortable or is she used to it? Either way thats an amazing story and thats some real dedication to her Daughter's memory.

[@Blueredlady]

I don't think ANYONE should judge how someone reacts to the loss of their own child.

[@Ihatecabinetmoths]

I can honestly say I have seen her in person!! I thought it was her hair at first

[@caleighhaleyjuiletanderson4954]

Whoa really?!

[@Ihatecabinetmoths]

@@caleighhaleyjuiletanderson4954 yes there’s a grocery store she goes to I’ve seen her a few times nice to know she can eat and pick up things 😀

[@sewabella8836]

😂 so true ppl always ask my that.🥰

[@kaylaporter6317]

Sorry for your loss

[@Superstar-uc5sd]

Congratulations and super sorry for your daughter I’m her for you lots 🙏 and love ❤️

[@commitdie156]

The way she talked about her late daughter felt like it only happend yesterday

[@timmydigital]

3:41 his hand does not look normal

[@lestereliza9445]

He didn't cut the nails on that hand for almost 70 years. He cut them a few years ago. The hand is pretty much useless. Look up Shridhar Chillal.

[@rachelgessner816]

Her story breaks my heart especially as a mother of four but I’m very happy for her!! But I do worry about her and those nails because I can not imagine the heart ache she would feel if one were to break somehow and not to mention the physical pain she would feel as well

[@razul5689]

I guess she nailed it

[@TheCoolGang737]

I love your content

[@hablerochris7508]

This is an example of how one day could change someones life.

[@blacksnapper7684]

I want to give her the biggest hug!

[@guinnessworldrecords]

"Every time I look at my nails I think of my daughter. I think she’s my guardian angel." www.guinnessworldrecords.com/news/2022/8/woman-with-42-foot-fingernails-breaks-record-for-longest-ever-711160/

[@why_did_you_at_me]

Hi

[@benlecluyse]

Hi

[@guinnessworldrecords]

@@benlecluyse hi

[@benlecluyse]

@@guinnessworldrecords Whoa !! You guys replied to me !! 😆😆

[@rubberboots-]

yeah, we did i have your book and I love it

[@jamie2772]

Congratulations beautiful !!!!

[@mytwosense4649]

Well its safe to say YOUVE OFFICIALLY MADE YOUR BABY PROUD shes looking down at you soooo happy an feeled with joy BLESS YOU

[@Eroc556]

Im so sorry that happened, as a parent I just cant even begin to fathom the hurt……

[@omersarcadeadventures2152]

That is amazing! I can barely get to a few millimetres before they break

[@dogamaster6234]

Congratulations to her🎊🎊🎊

[@lenovidades7064]

Parabéns, realmente emocionante e surreal. 💓🙏🏻

[@lovewinsalways8665]

Congrats 🎉🎈🎊 ❤

[@JohnSmith-zw8vp]

They look so so beautiful...I bet those are the longest nails ever! I'd love so much to meet her!

[@thomastrainsmore2010]

I subscribed to your Guiness world records

[@sujalkapoor4902]

How will she itch 😮😮😬

[@93Jubilee]

She must be reliant on those who love her for a lot of her needs. She's become a dependent person.

[@SPRING2024CALIFORNIA]

IM SO SORRY ABOUT YOUR DAUGHTER. 💞

[@mermaid30019]

I get that she’s hurting but she has made herself dependent upon the rest of her family. It’s not fair to them that she didn’t even get the help she needs

[@kasda7876]

Ok but how did she get those rings on? Dedication on it's own

[@DarrenHillier]

Wow there is another record about finger nails

[@tribecca626]

Great story . What a great lady 💓

[@wahyuadjie696]

I wonder how did she clean up after pee?

[@pharoahmiller2117]

We all are wondering about that and a whole lot more

[@suigeneris2663]

She lost one child so she made her other kids take care of her.

[@henromoore2707]

One of a kind for sure

[@revmartin2981]

Some tropy needs your hard work but some world records need your whole life's dedication that you have to be Only number 1 not even 2 or 3

[@brainfable16]

Absolute Queen!

[@nyjamurray3078]

Congratulations cousin ❤️

[@ProAreCool2]

Im confused on how she used the toilet without screaming in pain-

[@lisayingling3327]

She’s very pretty

[@spinecordless]

bless her soul

[@KGBSpyGeorgeCostanza]

Awww ): poor sweet woman lost her daughter

[@jay-jayconner8180]

I love her nails I think they look cool and they fit her personality and style

[@DeadOfficee]

She gave up one of her hands for her baby 😢

[@sunnysideup5938]

U go gurl 💅🏽

[@davidrussell7193]

Congrats on breaking record.

[@alimjones6110]

KEEP THEM GROWING!

[@NotTheEx]

When you let your grief define you...

[@Blu3Ey3s888]

Beautiful story but sad! Congratulations!

[@I_WANT_MY_SLAW]

Your daughter would want you to cut your damn nails and leave the house. I'm sorry for your loss. But your daughter wouldn't want you to live in depression.

[@Ad-zk8nz]

Trust me beautiful woman, your life will be much BETTER and you wil LIVE AGAIN when you cut your nails!

[@JohnSmith-zw8vp]

Why? Her nails are a treasure, like a family heirloom. I hope she keeps them growing forever.

[@cicinedjango8941]

When you lose your husband you are widowed when you lose your wife you are widowed when you lose your parents you are orphans and when you lose your children what are you? Nothing! She won't be able to bring her daughter back! The loss of a child is painful. May your daughter rest in peace.❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@caramelAquarius]

I would imagine being An orphan is left unprotected from the world..a mother will grieve her child for the rest of her life

[@ykwoozie606]

Bro took black dont crack to a whole other level

[@steadyfallchamp-fallguys2096]

I cant believe her daugther passed out…when her 2nd daugther said “mom she wont wake up” i almost cried there

[@brigittowey9733]

She looks and sounds so sweet