Sir Hiccup McCough Breaks World Record For Longest Hiccup, Lasting 47 Years
He finally stopped when someone said 'boo' from behind unexpectedly.
Sir Hiccup McCough has officially broken the world record for the longest continuous hiccup, lasting 47 years. 'Hic—I'm so proud,' he said. 'Hic—It's been a journey.' The hiccups finally stopped when his granddaughter snuck up behind him and yelled 'boo.' 'I forgot what silence sounded like,' McCough whispered. Guinness World Records is sending a certificate, though McCough admits he 'still gets the occasional hiccup when nervous.'