Imagine being 7’8″ and having the world expect you to dominate basketball—only to purposely walk away from the game. That’s exactly what Robert Bobroczky did, and while it surprised many, it makes total sense when you hear the full story. Being the tallest teenager in the world wasn’t easy for Robert. His height made him incredibly vulnerable to injuries, and the physical toll of basketball was just too much.

So, rather than struggle through a sport that didn’t suit him, Robert took a bold step. He’s now using his unique height in an entirely different field: acting. Yup, you read that right—Robert’s gone from the basketball court to the silver screen, and he’s already landed a major role in the new Alien movie. No, that’s not some animatronic alien—it’s Robert himself!

People are divided on whether he made the right decision to quit basketball, but honestly, he’s proving that there’s more than one way to make an impact. What do you think? Did Robert make the right move by switching from basketball to acting?

Credit to the video author: FitFix