Some of the “Best of Best” stories from the Guinness World Records are taking the spotlight in GMA Network's newest comedy infotainment show, The Best Ka!
And while most record-holders are individuals we may come across in our day-to-day lives, some have already been in the limelight even before they landed recognition for their record-breaking feats.
Dive into this roundup of celebrities who have claimed world records for their noteworthy achievements in their careers.
With 28 gold-plated gramophones on her shelf, vocal powerhouse Beyoncé has a record-breaking claim on the most Grammy Awards won by a female artist. She also holds the world record for most Grammy Awards won in a single year by a female artist, and most Grammy Awards won by a married couple - which she shares with husband Jay-Z.
The late Kobe Bryant became a record-smashing sports icon at the age of 18. In January 1997, he became the youngest person to join the starting lineup of an NBA game. Bryant also became the first person to ever bag both an Olympic medal and an Oscar.
BLACKPINK's Lisa landed two world records for her 2021 solo debut 'Lalisa.' It broke the world record for most-viewed YouTube music video by a solo artist in 24 hours, dethroning Taylor Swift's “Me!” in 2019.
The hit track also became the new record holder for the most-viewed YouTube music video in 24 hours by a solo K-pop artist.
American film genius Martin Scorsese currently holds the record for most Oscar nominations awarded to a living director with a total of nine.
Scorsese is known for his well-loved filmography which includes 'Goodfellas,' 'The Irishman,' and 'The Wolf of Wall Street.'
Global pop sensation Ariana Grande holds multiple Guinness World Records with a total of 20 as of this writing. Some of her most notable records include most songs to debut at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, most subscribers for a female musician on YouTube, and most followed female artist on Spotify to name a few.
“Her triumphs come off the back of the impressive strides she has made in the entertainment business, which began in her teens,” the record-giving authority wrote on its website in February 2021.
South Korean supergroup BTS has recently been welcomed in the Guinness World Records' Hall of Fame with their 23 impressive records. They are currently the most streamed group on Spotify, the most followed music group on Instagram, and the most-viewed YouTube music video in 24 hours.
Guinness World Records lauded the seven-piece ensemble for championing meaningful feats through their music, saying, “Despite their young age, Jin, SUGA, J-Hope, RM, Jimin, V, and JungKook have left a mark in the present cultural landscape, breaking free from the limitations of their home market and of a language, South Korean, that remains widely unknown to the international public.”
Grammy-winning musician Taylor Swift can proudly boast of a praiseworthy amount of Guinness World Records in her possession.
One of her latest accolades was for “All Too Well,” the re-recorded 10-minute ballad housed in her 'Red (Taylor's Version)' album. The track became the longest song to ever reach the number one spot on the Billboard charts.
Football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo has reached many record-breaking milestones both inside and outside the playing field.
To name a few, he is currently recognized as the most followed individual on Instagram, the top international goalscorer of all-time, and the oldest player to score a World Cup hat-trick.
American singer-songwriter Billie Eilish has broken many Guinness World Records with her impressive history of wins at the Grammy Awards.
Some of her remarkable Guinness feats include first female artist to win the four big categories in one event, youngest Record of the Year winner, and youngest Album of the Year winner.
American rap icon Eminem holds the record for most words in a hit single. His 6-minute track “Rap God” is packed with a total of 1560 words - an estimated 4.28 words uttered per second.
“Rap God” also helped him claim the record for most simultaneous Top 20 hits on the US Hot 100 as a lead solo artist.