Andrew McCarthy, precisely 5ft 8 (172.7 cm) tall, became an iconic figure of 1980s cinema with his boy-next-door charm perfectly suited to his stature.
Starring in hits like Pretty in Pink, St. Elmo's Fire, Weekend at Bernie's, and Mannequin, his 5ft 8 height enhanced his relatable everyman appeal in teen dramas and comedies.
In 2008, he remarked that at 5'8", he was "too short" to portray the husband of 6-foot Brooke Shields, highlighting how his exact height shaped casting choices.
Later, McCarthy excelled as a travel writer and Editor at Large for National Geographic Traveler, while directing television, his compact 172.7 cm frame aiding his adventurous, on-the-go persona.