Sandra Elaine Allen was an American actress who is best known for her roles in Casanova, Side Show, and Being Different. She gained recognition as the tallest living woman in the world.
Personal and Family Life
Sandra was born on June 18, 1955, in Chicago, Illinois. She faced many challenges due to her height, growing to 6 feet 3 inches by the age of 10 and 7 feet 1 inch by 16. At the age of 22, she underwent surgery to stop her growth. Later, she lived in a nursing home in Shelbyville, Indiana.
Death and Legacy
Sandra Allen passed away on August 13, 2008, in Shelbyville, Indiana, due to a blood infection. Remembered as the world’s tallest woman, she was also the subject of the song “Hello Sandy Allen,” released by the New Zealand pop group Split Enz in 1982. Her life inspired many and raised awareness about giants and size-related conditions.
Filmography
| Title | Year | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Side Show | 1981 | Goliatha (as Sandy Allen) |
| Casanova | 1976 | Angelina the giantess |