Joseph Grisamore, hailing from Park Rapids, Minnesota, is the man behind the world’s tallest Mohican mohawk.
His incredible 7 year journey to achieving this record-breaking hairstyle reflects his patience but also a passion for pushing boundaries in the most creative and unexpected ways.
The Record: Standing Tall
Joseph Grisamore, hailing from Park Rapids, Minnesota, is the man behind this remarkable achievement.
His towering mohawk stands at an incredible 42.5 inches, or just over 3.5 feet tall.
This stunning hairdo has earned him a spot in the Guinness World Records, as it soars above the heads of most people—literally. Grisamore, who stands 6’1” tall himself, now has a mohawk that is pushing close to four feet, making him a standout figure wherever he goes.
A mohawk so tall it towers over some children!
More About the Mohawk: The Art and Struggle
Grisamore’s journey to achieving the world’s tallest mohawk wasn’t just about growing his hair long—it was about mastering the art of hairstyling.
Remarkably, he doesn’t use an excessive amount of product to keep his hair standing tall.
Instead, his hair stylist teases the base, allowing the mohawk to stand mostly on its own. This feat is all the more impressive when you consider the challenges that come with such a hairstyle.
Everyday tasks like walking through doors, navigating rooms with low ceilings, and even getting into cars become formidable challenges. With doors typically being no taller than seven feet and ceilings at nine feet, Grisamore often finds himself ducking to avoid a mishap.
Despite these challenges, he embraces the attention his mohawk garners, noting that people’s reactions are “pretty priceless.”
The Journey: Breaking Records and Overcoming Fears
Interestingly, Grisamore first attempted to break the record in 2007 but hesitated to shave the sides of his hair, a requirement to qualify for the record.
However, his determination never wavered. Over the next seven years, he grew his hair to an astounding length, eventually allowing him to claim the title he once feared he couldn’t.
Grisamore doesn’t always showcase his mohawk in its full glory. As a healthcare worker, he often keeps his hair braided and tied in two knots to avoid sitting on it and to maintain a professional appearance.
Despite his wife’s encouragement to remain humble, Grisamore is considering taking on the title of the “Mohawk King” and might even attempt to break another record for the tallest mohawk spike—a journey that started back in 2007.
Final Words: Celebrating Unique Achievements
Grisamore’s achievement is a testament to what can be accomplished with perseverance and creativity.
His record will be featured in the 2021 edition of the Guinness World Records, inspiring others to pursue their own unique goals.
In a similar vein, records like these remind us of other extraordinary hair-related feats. For instance, a 14-year-old Native American boy recently achieved recognition for having the world’s longest hair on a male teenager, measuring an astonishing 161 cm (5 ft 3.3 in).