Who is the ugliest person in the world? Top 9 people with pictures

Who is the ugliest person in the world? Top 9 people with pictures

The world is one vast, intriguing space with an equal supply of the beautiful and the ugly. While some people are born with an unattractive appearance, others spend a lot of money on cosmetic surgeries, body modification, and tattoos to disfigure their faces and other parts of their bodies in order to look ugly. Who is the ugliest person in the world?

Pictures of Jocelyn Wildenstein (L), Lizzie Velasquez (C) and Michael Berryman (R).
Jocelyn Wildenstein (L), Lizzie Velasquez (C) and Michael Berryman (R) are some of the ugliest people in the world. Photo: Grant Lamos IV, Daniel Zuchnik, Rodrigo Vaz (modified by author)
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Everyone is beautifully made, but some people are generally seen as ugly. Although this may have to do with their physical appearances, their hearts and souls are beautiful, and they have achieved great despite being regarded as the ugliest people on earth. Beauty is inherent in all forms and dimensions, and the uniqueness of each individual is manifested in their stories.

Top 9 ugliest people in the world

Although beauty is said to be in the eyes of the beholder, some people claim that being labelled ugly provides them with the gratification they need. Some of the ugliest people in the world were not born that way. They were merely the products of ambitious body modifications. Below is a list of extraordinary people who redefine beauty standards in their own way.

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1. Godfrey Baguma

A picture of Godfrey Baguma in a green t-shirt (L). Godfrey Baguma posing for a picture in a red suit (R).
A picture of Godfrey Baguma in a green t-shirt (L). Godfrey Baguma posing for a picture in a red suit (R). Photo: @HeadOnPhotoFest on Twitter (modified by author)
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  • Full name: Godfrey Baguma
  • Year of birth: 1973
  • Place of birth: Mbarara, Uganda
  • Nationality: Ugandan
  • Profession: Shoemaker, comedian singer

Godfrey Baguma was born in 1973 in Mbarara, Uganda. Ssebabi suffers from a rare medical condition known as fibrodysplasia, which deformed his face. The condition affects the growth and placement of cells and tissues in the human body. His diagnosis was established after he underwent various tests at Mbarara Hospital in the Western region of Uganda.

Godfrey was a shoemaker, but that barely covered his expenses, so he entered the Ugliest Man on the Planet competition. Sebabi won the competition and was recognised as the ugliest man in Uganda and the world.

2. Joshua Glen Box

Pictures of Joshua Glen Box with and without specs.
Pictures of Joshua Glen Box with and without specs. Photo: @5NEWSNielson, @NatEnquirer on Twitter (modified by author)
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  • Full name: Joshua Glen Box
  • Year of birth: 1983
  • Age: 41 years old (as of 2024)
  • Place of birth: Springdale, Arkansas
  • Nationality: American

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Joshua Glen Box is one of the ugliest people in the world. He was born in 1983 in Springdale, Arkansas, United States of America, and is 41 years old as of 2024. Box’s appearance, marred by the absence of a nose and past legal troubles, lands him on this unique list. He has also suffered several devastating facial injuries.

In addition, Glen has faced many legal battles throughout his lifetime. He was arrested in 2015 and is currently in jail for possessing and distributing child-adult tapes.

3. Maison Sere

Maison Sere posing for the camera
Maison Sere wearing a black cap (L). Maison Sere during the 2015 Mr Ugly competition in Harare (R). Photo: @Iamjeffaustine, @haber3com on Twitter (modified by author)
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  • Full name: Maison Sere
  • Year of birth: 1973
  • Age: 51 years old (as of 2024)
  • Place of birth: Zimbabwe
  • Nationality: Zimbabwean

Maison Gere was born in 1973 in Zimbabwe and is 51 years old as of 2024. He is not deformed, but his ugly face and distinctive teeth arrangement, with several missing, put him on the list of the ugliest people.

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In 2015, Maison Sere was crowned winner of Harare's annual Mr Ugly competition. The competition had 35 contestants, including the previous winner, William Masvinu, who had won the title thrice.

4. Michael Berryman

Actor Michael Berryman at The Egyptian Theater in Hollywood, California.
Actor Michael Berryman at the 2012 Viscera Film Festival at The Egyptian Theater on 7 July 2012 in Hollywood, California. Photo: Albert L. Ortega
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  • Full name: Michael John Berryman
  • Date of birth: 4 September 1948
  • Age: 75 years old (as of 2024)
  • Place of birth: Los Angeles, California, United States
  • Nationality: American
  • Profession: Actor

The American actor was born on 4 September 1948 in Los Angeles, California, United States of America. He is 75 years old as of 2024. He was born with hypohidrotic ectodermal dysplasia, a rare condition characterised by the absence of sweat glands, hair, and fingernails.

Michael's unusual physical appearance has allowed him to make a career out of portraying characters in numerous cult films, horror films and B movies. He first gained widespread recognition for his roles in Miloš Forman's One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest (1975) and Wes Craven's The Hills Have Eyes (1977).

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He has since starred in various feature movies and TV shows, including Star Trek, The X-Files, and Highway to Heaven, where he portrayed Satan.

5. Williams Masvinu

Williams Masvinu is recognised for his large nose and facial features.
Williams Masvinu gained fame for winning the Mr Ugly competition in Zimbabwe multiple times. Photo: @N18supdate on Twitter (modified by author)
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  • Full name: Williams Masvinu
  • Date of birth: 1974
  • Age: 50 years old (as of 2024)
  • Place of birth: Zimbabwe
  • Nationality: Zimbabwean

Williams was born in 1974 in Zimbabwe. He gained fame for winning the Mr Ugly competition in Zimbabwe multiple times. He first won the title in 2012 and became an instant celebrity in Zimbabwe. His large nose and facial features make him stand out, and his victories in the contest led to endorsement deals and awards.

6. Lizzie Velásquez

Lizzie Velasquez at AOL Studios in New York City.
Lizzie Velasquez at AOL Build to discuss 'A Brave Heart: The Lizzie Velasquez Story' at AOL Studios on 24 September 2015 in New York City. Photo: Daniel Zuchnik
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  • Full name: Elizabeth Anne Velásquez
  • Date of birth: 13 March 1989
  • Age: 35 years old (as of 2024)
  • Place of birth: Austin, Texas, United States
  • Nationality: American
  • Profession: Motivational speaker, activist, writer, and YouTuber

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Elizabeth Anne Velásquez is an American YouTuber, motivational speaker, activist and writer. She was born on 13 March 1989 with a rare congenital disease called Marfanoid–progeroid–lipodystrophy syndrome that, among other symptoms, prevents her from accumulating body fat and gaining weight. She is also blind in one eye.

Elizabeth faced bullying during her childhood because of her condition. During her adolescence, she faced cyberbullying, which inspired her to take up motivational speaking. She created a YouTube video naming her the ugliest woman in the world.

Velásquez has spoken out against bullying. In January 2014, she gave a TEDxAustinWomen Talk titled How Do YOU Define Yourself and her YouTube videos have received over millions views.

7. Jocelyn Wildenstein

Jocelyn Wildenstein at Baccarat Hotel in New York City.
Jocelyn Wildenstein at Baccarat Hotel on 5 August 2017 in New York City. Photo: Noam Galai
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  • Full name: Jocelyn Alice Wildenstein
  • Date of birth: 5 August 1940
  • Age: 83 years old (as of 2024)
  • Place of birth: Lausanne, Switzerland
  • Nationality: Swiss
  • Profession: Socialite

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Jocelyn Alice Wildenstein is a Swiss socialite known for her extensive cosmetic surgery, which resulted in her catlike appearance. Her catlike appearance led media outlets to nickname her 'Catwoman', 'The Lion Queen', and 'The Bride of Wildenstein'. She is also known for her extravagant lifestyle.

Alice is also known for her high-profile divorce from billionaire art dealer and businessman Alec Wildenstein in 1999, her extravagant lifestyle, and her subsequent bankruptcy filing.

8. Donatella Versace

Donatella Versace at The Fashion Awards 2016 in London, United Kingdom.
Donatella Versace at The Fashion Awards 2016 on 5 December 2016 in London, United Kingdom. Photo: Stuart C. Wilson
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  • Full name: Donatella Francesca Versace
  • Date of birth: 2 May 1955
  • Age: 69 years old (as of 2024)
  • Place of birth: Reggio Calabria, Calabria, Italy
  • Nationality: Italian
  • Profession: Creative director, fashion designer, luxury businesswoman

Donatella Francesca Versace is one of the ugliest celebrities, born on 2 May 1955 in Reggio Calabria, Calabria, Italy. She is a businesswoman, fashion designer, and model. However, she is widely known for being the sister of Gianni Versace, the founder of the brand Versace.

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Because of cosmetic surgeries, Donatella is not as attractive as many expect a millionaire to be in 2024. But even despite her age, she still maintains a spot among the ugliest people worldwide.

9. Iggy Pop

Iggy Pop performs on stage during day 4 of Tons Of Rock 2023 on 24 June 2023 in Oslo, Norway.
Iggy Pop performs during day 4 of Tons Of Rock 2023 on 24 June 2023 in Oslo, Norway. Photo: Per Ole Hagen
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  • Full name: James Newell Osterberg Jr.
  • Date of birth: 21 April 1947
  • Age: 77 years old (as of 2024)
  • Place of birth: Muskegon, Michigan, United States
  • Nationality: American
  • Profession: Singer, musician, songwriter, actor, and radio broadcaster

James Newell Osterberg Jr., popularly known as Iggy Pop, is among the list of ugliest people in the world. He was the vocalist and lyricist of proto-punk band The Stooges, created in 1967. He has been nicknamed the Godfather of Punk.

In 2010, the singer topped the list of most ugliest American celebrities. He was ranked number one on a new poll ranking stars with the worst faces. Cosmetic surgery advice group The Good Surgeon Guide conducted the survey, which polled 1,300 people. Other celebrities who made the top ten included Donatella Versace and Melanie Griffith.

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Who is the ugliest man in the world?

As of 2024, Godfrey Baguma, popularly known as Ssebabi, is the ugliest person on the planet.

The ugliest person in the world is Godfrey Baguma, a Ugandan shoemaker, comedian, and singer, is the ugliest person in the world. Iggy Pop, Maison Sere, and Marilyn Manson have also been listed in this category. Beauty is subjective, and these individuals have shown resilience and strength despite societal judgments.

Legit.ng recently published an article about the most handsome man in the world. The world is full of handsome guys with great physics, piercing eyes, and charming personalities. They are not only handsome but also brilliant and accomplished in their careers.

These men have great personalities, appealing appearances, and sometimes exceptional abilities. Because of their incredible magnetism, they have been listed in different magazines around the globe. Discover the top contenders for the title of most handsome man in the world.

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