Today I Learned: These Mildly-Interesting Photos Are Proof There Are New Things to Discover Every Day

We’ve looked at the tallest person ever to live, but what about the shortest? Pauline Musters is the Dutch woman who holds the title of the shortest woman ever to live, standing at just 24.7 inches tall. That’s shorter than a yardstick! But don’t let her size fool you – Pauline was a performer in a traveling show, and she had a big personality to match her tiny frame.

She was known as the “Dutch Doll,” and she traveled the world, entertaining audiences with her singing and dancing. And let’s be real – who wouldn’t be impressed by a person who can do a split while standing up? So the next time you’re feeling down about your height, just remember – there was a woman who could fit in your backpack. And she was a total rockstar.