In 1983, Patricia Clarke welcomed a baby boy who would soon become famous—not for his first steps or words, but for his astonishing size. Kevin Robert Clark weighed a whopping 16 pounds at birth, setting a record at his local hospital and capturing the nation’s curiosity.
Unlike many unusually large newborns, Kevin was healthy and thrived, quickly becoming a media sensation. His appearances on Saturday Night Live and Good Morning America made him one of the most recognizable babies of the decade. But his growth didn’t stop there—by age 12, he was already 5’7”, and by junior high, he had shot up to 6’5”.
Today, at 6’9”, Kevin has embraced his height with humor and grace. He jokes about being “5-foot-21” and handles the endless questions about basketball with witty comebacks. A military veteran, he now enjoys life with his tall wife and their equally large Great Dane. His story reminds us that even the most extraordinary beginnings can lead to a wonderfully ordinary—and happy—life.
