Yesterday, the death of José Alberto Villarreal Molina, better known as “Titón,” the tallest man in the state, was announced. He died at the age of 47.
José Alberto became known in 2024, when his story went viral on social media and local media due to his extraordinary height of 2.17 meters. Although he never received official recognition, the residents of Mina named him “the tallest man in Nuevo León.”
What was “Titón’s” life like in Mina?
Despite the challenges he faced, José Alberto always remained optimistic and kind, according to the community. His large size brought difficulties in his daily life, such as finding clothing and footwear in his size; his shoe size was 18 in the US, which forced him to import or have them custom-made.
How Titón, the giant from Mina, Nuevo León, died
Another problem was getting around, as he had to adapt a special bicycle, which didn’t fit comfortably on public transportation.
He faced health problems
Since childhood, Villarreal Molina suffered from various health problems. These included gigantism, hypothyroidism, and, in recent years, he was diagnosed with lung cancer and a brain tumor.
“Titón,” the tallest man in Nuevo León, dies
In 2024, when his story became known, he asked for support to pay for his medical treatment, as financial difficulties prevented him from receiving the care he needed. He also said that municipal authorities provided him with support, but it was not enough to cover all his treatment costs.
José Alberto was found dead at his home this past Wednesday, March 12, 2025. Although the exact cause of his death has not been confirmed, his health problems had worsened in recent months.
His family and friends remember him as a warm, smiling, and spirited person who, despite his difficulties, always tried to lead as normal a life as possible.
Source: mvsnoticias
