Following doubts about Chef Smith's certificate authenticity and the Guinness World Records' denial of his claimed feat, Ghanaian actress and socialite Afia Schwarzenegger expressed profound disappointment in him.

In a widely circulated email amidst the backlash, GWR clarified that it had no knowledge of Smith's attempt and he had not submitted any evidence for verification before making his record claim.

GWR reaffirmed that the longest cooking marathon (individual) record is held by Alan Fisher of Ireland, lasting 119 hours, 57 minutes, and 16 seconds in Matsue, Japan, from September 28 to October 3, 2023.

Also, highlighting discrepancies between Smith's displayed GWR certificate and those issued to previous record holders, Afia Schwarzenegger described the situation as a significant embarrassment for the country.

"You have embarrassed Ghanaians because Guinness World Records stated they have no record of you or your claim. What communication did you receive from them that you have yet to disclose? What documentation did Guinness provide that you cannot produce to this day? What offense have we committed for you to disgrace the entire nation like this?" she remarked.

Earlier during a press conference where Chef Smith announced his fake Guinness World Records certification, he was apprehended by authorities for fraud.

Responding to that development, Afia Schwarzenegger has vowed to personally petition the Ghana Police Service to ensure he remains detained.

"Yesterday, you caused chaos throughout the country. I will personally petition the Ghana Police Service about you. They should keep you in custody," she added.




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