Jyoti Amge facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Jyoti Amge
Amge at age 18, in 2011
Born	(1993-12-16) 16 December 1993 (age 31) Nagpur, Maharashtra, India
Occupation	Model, actress
Known for	World's shortest living woman
Height	62.8 cm (2 ft 3⁄4 in)
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Years active	2020–present
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Jyoti Kishanji Amge is an actress from India. She is famous for being the world's shortest living woman. This was officially confirmed by Guinness World Records.

Jyoti was born on December 16, 1993. When she turned 18 in 2011, Guinness World Records measured her. They officially declared her the shortest living woman. Her height is 62.8 centimetres (2 ft 3⁄4 in). Jyoti's small height is because of a rare genetic condition. It is called primordial dwarfism. This condition means her body grows much slower than usual.

In 2012, Jyoti met Chandra Bahadur Dangi. He was the world's shortest man from Nepal. They took a picture together for the 57th edition of the Guinness World Records book. More recently, on November 21, 2024, Jyoti met Rumeysa Gelgi. Rumeysa is known as the tallest living woman in the world. They met for the first time in London.

Jyoti's TV Shows and Movies

Jyoti Amge has appeared on television and in films. She has shared her story and acted in different roles.

Hosting a TV Show

In 2012, Jyoti helped host a show in Italy. It was called Lo show dei record. She worked with Teo Mammucari on the Italian channel Canale 5.

Documentaries and Guest Appearances

Jyoti was featured in a documentary in 2009. It was titled Body Shock: Two Foot Tall Teen. This show shared her life story. She also appeared as a guest on Bigg Boss 6. This is a popular TV show in India.

Acting in American Horror Story

In 2014, Jyoti got a role in a famous American TV series. It was the fourth season of American Horror Story: Freak Show. She played a character named Ma Petite. Her episodes started airing in October 2014.

Wax Statue

You can see a wax statue of Jyoti Amge. It is located at the Celebrity Wax Museum in Lonavala, India.

Films and TV Shows List

Jyoti has been part of several projects. Here is a list of her appearances:

Helping the Community

Jyoti Amge also helps with important social causes. She worked with the Nagpur Police in India. They encouraged people to stay home during the COVID-19 lockdown in India. This helped keep everyone safe and healthy.

Images for kids

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  Amge being measured by Guinness World Records

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  Statue of Jyoti Amge at the Wax museum in Lonavala

See also

In Spanish: Jyoti Amge para niños

• Dwarfism
• List of the verified shortest people
• List of people with dwarfism