Nick Afanasiev was born on July 29, 1989, in Moscow, Russia, and moved to the United States at the age of seven. He is a Russian-born American actor, known for having one of the longest tongues in the world, measuring nine centimeters or 3.54 inches. This remarkable feature has earned him the title of having the longest tongue in America.
Afanasiev has showcased his extraordinary talent in various films, television pilots, and commercials. Some of his notable works include starring in the Travis Fort film "2012: Ice Age" and appearing in episodes of "Killer Outbreaks" on Animal Planet. He has also performed tricks with his tongue, such as licking his elbow, eye, and even text messaging, as well as licking ice cream from the tip of his nose.
Before becoming an internet sensation, Afanasiev's video featuring his remarkable tongue became a viral hit in 2008. In response to the popularity of the video, he was invited to appear on the Nickelodeon show "iCarly." He has since appeared on numerous television shows worldwide, including "The Tyra Banks Show," "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno," and "TruTV's Smoking Gun Presents."
