Barbara Nichols, precisely 5ft 5¾ (167 cm) tall, was an American actress whose compact height amplified her signature brassy, comic persona in 1950s and 1960s films.
Her stature made her ideal for playing voluptuous blondes and tough dames opposite taller leading men, enhancing her feisty on-screen presence in key roles from movies like:
- Sweet Smell of Success
- Pal Joey
- Who Was That Lady?
- The King and Four Queens
- Where the Boys Are
Born in Queens, New York, Nichols' height contributed to her memorable, larger-than-life image despite her modest frame.