By Dean Murray
Guinness World Records (GWR) has revealed the extraordinary stars featured in the 2026 edition - celebrating some of the most jaw-dropping achievements from around the world.
Leading this year’s line-up is painter, Lưu Công Huyá»n (Vietnam), who has set the world record for the longest fingernails on a pair of hands (male) (594.45 cm / 19 ft 6 in in total).
Despite the extraordinary length of his nails, Huyá»n continues to paint - leaving them coated in a striking rainbow of splashes from his artwork.
Craig Glenday, Editor-in-Chief of Guinness World Records , traveled to Vietnam to verify the record. He said: “Seeing Lưu’s fingernails up close is an experience you never forget. His dedication shows the true spirit of record-breaking: perseverance, passion and a to