Have you ever found yourself curious about the real-life height of stars like Nicole Kidman or Charlize Theron? Turns out, both are genuinely tall women — and they’re far from alone in Hollywood and the modeling world.
So just how tall are these celebrated figures, and what do the numbers actually say? Step through the gallery and prepare to be impressed by some of the loftiest names in the entertainment industry.
Gisele Bündchen
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Few models have held the spotlight as long or as brightly as this Brazilian powerhouse. One of the most financially successful names in the fashion world, Gisele stands at 1.80 m — a height that matches her towering reputation.
Saffron Burrows
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Before making her mark on television through Law & Order: Criminal Intent and Boston Legal, Burrows walked runways professionally. At 1.83 m, she brings a naturally striking physicality to everything she does.
Uma Thurman
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Few actresses command a room quite like Uma Thurman. Standing at 1.83 m, the star behind iconic roles like Kill Bill (2003) has built a career as tall as she is — and shows no signs of slowing down.
Charlize Theron
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With a modeling background and a natural screen presence, Charlize Theron made the leap from runways to blockbusters look effortless. Her 1.77-m frame certainly didn’t hurt her case in Hollywood.
Taylor Swift
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In a pop landscape where height rarely makes headlines, Taylor Swift stands apart — literally. At 1.78 m, she’s among the tallest figures in mainstream music today.
Blake Lively
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Whether on the big screen or the small one, Blake Lively has never struggled to get noticed. The American actress measures 1.78 m and carries herself with a confidence that goes well beyond her height.
Gal Gadot
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Long before she suited up as Wonder Woman (2017), Gal Gadot was turning heads as a model in Israel. At 1.78 m, the former Miss Israel already looked every inch the superhero she would eventually portray.
Kendall Jenner
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Forbes has consistently ranked Kendall Jenner among the highest-earning models in the world, and her 1.79-m stature has played no small role in keeping her at the top of the industry.
Gwendoline Christie
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At 1.91 m, Gwendoline Christie is in a category of her own. The British actress became impossible to ignore during her run in Game of Thrones, and she carried that same formidable presence into the Star Wars universe.
Elizabeth Debicki
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Australian actress Elizabeth Debicki first caught wide attention in The Great Gatsby (2013), and her 1.91-m height made sure no one in the audience missed her. She remains one of the tallest working actresses in the industry.
Ireland Baldwin
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Growing up with two of Hollywood’s biggest names as parents set a high bar — but Ireland Baldwin has cleared it entirely. An actress and model in her own right, she stands at 1.88 m and is carving out a career on her own terms.
Karlie Kloss
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Tall is practically a job requirement in high fashion, but even by modeling standards, Karlie Kloss stands out. Her 1.88-m frame has become one of the most recognizable silhouettes on international runways.
Sigourney Weaver
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Alien invasions, corporate conspiracies, underwater civilizations — Sigourney Weaver has faced them all with remarkable conviction. The 1.83-m actress continues to be one of the most respected and enduring presences in cinema.
Maria Sharapova
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Tennis rewards height, and Maria Sharapova made the most of every centimeter. Standing at 1.88 m, the Russian champion claimed the world number one ranking multiple times across a career that placed her among the sport’s all-time greats.
Jodie Kidd
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British model and television personality Jodie Kidd has always had a knack for staying grounded despite moving in very elevated circles. At 1.88 m, she’s been a familiar face across fashion and entertainment for decades.
Brooke Shields
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A generation of film lovers first encountered Brooke Shields in the 1980 classic Blue Lagoon. Decades on, she has grown into a true Hollywood institution — and at 1.83 m, her presence remains as captivating as ever.
Geena Davis
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Throughout the 1990s, Geena Davis was one of the most compelling figures in American cinema. At 1.83 m, she was — both literally and professionally — always someone worth looking up to.
Allison Janney
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There are few career moments more defining than an Academy Award, and Allison Janney earned hers the hard way. The 1.83-m actress took home the Best Supporting Actress Oscar for I, Tonya (2017) — a richly deserved milestone.
Kristen Johnston
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Best remembered for her scene-stealing work on 3rd Rock from the Sun and The Exes, Kristen Johnston has a natural ability to rise above the crowd — on screen and in real life at 1.83 m.
Jane Lynch
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Sharp wit and perfect comic timing have always been Jane Lynch’s greatest tools, but her 1.83-m height has never hurt her ability to stand out either. The Glee star is as commanding in person as she is on screen.
Aisha Tyler
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Talk show host, actress, and natural entertainer — Aisha Tyler brings considerable energy to every role she takes on. At 1.83 m, she matches that presence with a genuinely commanding physical stature.
Macy Gray
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With a voice that refuses to be ignored and a personality that fills any room, Macy Gray hardly needs extra height to make an impression. Still, at 1.83 m, the R&B and soul artist has the full package.
Elle Macpherson
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The Australian model has spent decades at the forefront of the fashion world, and her appeal has never been purely about height. At 1.82 m, Elle Macpherson is as well known for her warmth and natural ease as for her striking looks.
Tilda Swinton
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Tilda Swinton has never been easy to define, and that’s precisely what makes her so fascinating. At 1.79 m — taller than most women — the British actress possesses a screen presence that is entirely in a class of its own.
Nicole Kidman
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One of the most decorated and consistently impressive performers of her generation, Nicole Kidman needs little introduction. At 1.80 m, she stands tall in every sense of the word.
Kate Upton
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American model and actress Kate Upton has built a career on more than just her looks, but a height of 1.78 m certainly completes the picture.
Jordin Sparks
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When Jordin Sparks won American Idol in 2007, she immediately stood out — and not only because of her voice. At 1.78 m, she’s always had a presence that goes well beyond the stage.
Tyra Banks
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Few people have shaped the modern modeling industry quite like Tyra Banks. The woman behind America’s Next Top Model stands at 1.78 m and has used every inch of that platform — literal and figurative — to leave a lasting mark on fashion and entertainment.
