Hello how may I help you? I need some help with world records. Sure. What were you looking for? I want to know who the tallest living man in the world is. Sultan Kosen is currently the tallest living man. And who was the tallest person ever? Robert Pershing Wadlow was the tallest person ever recorded. Thanks. And one more: Who was the oldest person to have ever lived? The oldest person ever was Jeanne Calment at 122 years old. Great! I appreciate all the accurate information for today! I was glad to help. Enjoy the rest of your day!