Ben Murphy, precisely 5ft 10 ½ (179.1 cm) tall, is an American actor whose height defined his charismatic screen presence in classic television roles.
Standing at this exact stature, Murphy excelled as Kid Curry in the hit Western series Alias Smith and Jones (1971-1973), where his height lent authenticity and balance to the outlaw duo alongside Pete Duel and Roger Davis. His 179.1 cm frame also shone in guest spots on shows like Rawhide and Gunsmoke, embodying the ideal everyman hero.
Born Benjamin Edward Castleberry Jr. and later adopted by stepfather Patrick Henry Murphy, his height consistently enhanced his rugged, relatable image across decades of acting.