Standing at an exact 5ft 8 (172.7 cm), Benjamin McKenzie Schenkkan has crafted a career where his height enhances his relatable, everyman appeal in intense dramatic roles.
Born September 12, 1978, the Austin native rose to fame as the brooding Ryan Atwood in The O.C., a role where his 5ft 8 frame grounded the character's street-smart toughness.
McKenzie's stature commanded presence as the principled detective Jim Gordon in Gotham, perfectly suiting the no-nonsense hero without overpowering the ensemble, and as rookie Officer Ben Sherman in Southland.
His 172.7 cm height underscores a versatile screen presence, blending accessibility with authority across television and beyond as an actor, writer, and director.