Houston model has America’s longest legs at a staggering 49 INCHES

  • Sports-loving Lauren Williams has the longest-known legs in the US
  • The 26-year-old model from Texas says her family are all well over 6ft
  • Models everything from sports and fitness to high fashion and swimwear

By Jack Crone for MailOnline

Published: 04:41 EST, 7 September 2015 | Updated: 09:45 EST, 7 September 2015

A stunning model is gaining some serious interest - thanks to her endlessly long legs.

Lauren Williams has the longest-known legs in the US, with her eye-catching limbs measuring an incredible 49 inches from hip to heel.

Sports-loving Lauren, from Houston, Texas, revealed she has always had longer legs than others her age and believes she has a strong claim for America's longest.

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Claimed the title: Lauren's legs are two inches longer than New York model Brooke Banker, who previously had the crown

Claimed the title: Lauren's legs are two inches longer than New York model Brooke Banker, who previously had the crown

In 2013, 5ft 11in Brooke Banker, a model from New York, laid claim to having the longest limbs in the Big Apple - her legs measuring 47 inches.

But Lauren, 26, who stands 6ft 4in, has a leg up on Brooke - boasting an extra two inches on her never-ending limbs.

She said: 'It's interesting to me that this is a title I now hold.

'I never realised that it would turn out to be such a big deal, but I'm really excited.'

When modelling, single Lauren - who has worked on campaigns for global brands such as Nike - does everything from sports and fitness to high fashion and swimwear
Sporty: The 26-year-old, from Houston, Texas, played volleyball in college and is still extremely active

Sporty: The 26-year-old, from Houston, Texas, played volleyball in college and is still extremely active

America's leggiest woman: Lauren Williams has the longest-known legs in the US, with her eye-catching limbs measuring an incredible 49 inches from hip to heel

America's leggiest woman: Lauren Williams has the longest-known legs in the US, with her eye-catching limbs measuring an incredible 49 inches from hip to heel

The previous title holder: In 2013, 5ft 11in Brooke Banker, a model from New York, laid claim to having the longest limbs in the Big Apple - her legs measuring 47 inches

The previous title holder: In 2013, 5ft 11in Brooke Banker, a model from New York, laid claim to having the longest limbs in the Big Apple - her legs measuring 47 inches

Lauren's height and long-legged genes can be attributed to her family as her father, mother and twin sisters are all 6ft or taller.

She has US size 11 feet (UK size 10), and revealed that she can find it tricky to buy clothes that fit.

When modelling, single Lauren - who has worked on campaigns for global brands such as Nike - does everything from sports and fitness to high fashion and swimwear.

Having played volleyball in college, as well as being extremely active, Lauren also enjoys shooting sporty campaigns.

She added: 'As a competitive athlete this is an industry that I'm very comfortable with the work I do.

Little and large: Lauren is pictured with a male friend who can confirm her legs measure a staggering 49 inches
Lauren is pictured with a friend

Little and large: Lauren is pictured with a male friend who can confirm her legs measure a staggering 49 inches

'I have a lot of background knowledge in the field, which has helped a lot.'

As well as modelling, Lauren works as an educator at a children's museum in Houston and enjoys travelling.

When out and about, her striking looks and long limbs mean she gets comments about her legs on a daily basis.

She said: 'Pretty regularly I have people comment on how tall I am or how longs my legs are.

'I don't recall a time when I realised I had such long legs, it was just always something about me.

'Most of my friends and family members are very excited about my title - they are always commenting on how lucky I am.'

In demand: Lauren's height and long-legged genes can be attributed to her family as her father, mother and twin sisters are all 6ft or taller
Lauren has modelled for NIke

In demand: Lauren's height and long-legged genes can be attributed to her family as her father, mother and twin sisters are all 6ft or taller

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