In a stunning display of endurance, strength, and sheer daring, circus performer Leila Noone has broken a record that had remained untouched for over ten years. Suspended by her ponytail alone, Noone spent an astonishing 25 minutes and 11.30 seconds hanging high above the ground to claim the Guinness World Record for the longest time suspended by the hair.
The feat took place in the breathtaking natural beauty of California’s Redwood National and State Parks, adding an ethereal, almost surreal backdrop to an already jaw-dropping performance.
Known for her work as a circus artist specializing in aerial and sideshow acts, Leila’s achievement isn’t just about physical strength—it’s also about mental resilience. Hair hanging, a rare and intensely demanding circus discipline, requires not only reinforced roots and scalp conditioning but also the ability to withstand significant pressure and pain.
The previous record had stood unchallenged for more than a decade, a testament to its difficulty. But Leila Noone was determined to take it on—and redefine the limits of what the human body, and hair, can endure.
“I’ve trained for years, not just physically but emotionally,” Leila said in a statement after the attempt. “To do this in such a majestic place, with nothing but my hair holding me up—it felt like flying between the trees.”
Leila’s performance also shines a light on a niche and nearly forgotten circus art, often overshadowed by more mainstream aerial acts. With this feat, she hopes to inspire a new generation of performers to explore unconventional forms of physical expression.
As spectators and officials looked on in awe, Leila Noone didn’t just hang by a thread—she hung by a legacy, crafting a moment that will be remembered in both circus history and record books alike.
