In a world where Black women’s hair is constantly judged, questioned, and policed, history just got a little bigger — literally. In New York City, Jessica Martinez has claimed the Guinness World Record for the largest afro (female), stepping into a legacy of beauty, pride, and cultural power. Her hair stands 29 centimeters tall, 31 centimeters wide, and an astonishing 190 centimeters in circumference — a living, breathing crown that refuses to shrink, flatten, or apologize.

In a beautiful full-circle moment, Jessica met former record-holder Aevin Dugas for an official passing of the crown. What followed wasn’t just a measurement — it was a celebration. A celebration of texture, identity, resilience, and the right of Black women to take up space without explanation.

This isn’t just hair.
It’s history — and today, you’re witnessing it.