With more than 150 million copies sold in 40 languages, Guinness World Records ranks among the best-selling books in history. Cecilia Vega takes us behind the scenes of these unbelievable-sounding spectacles to reveal a rigorous auditing system. 60 Minutes, Sunday.
Nov 1, 2025 (00:30)
TRANSCRIPT FOR: “OFFICIALLY AMAZING | SUNDAY ON 60 MINUTES”
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Whether it's this attempt at the biggest pizza party ever, or trying to eat an airplane, there's a method to the madness of getting into Guinness World Records. As many as 95% of submissions get rejected. We do validate people that do things that others might seem a bit weird, like eating aircraft and stuff. So-- Do you not see that as weird? I see it as really interesting.
