Clarke Peters, standing at an exact 5ft 9 ¼ (175.9 cm), commands a grounded, authoritative presence that defines his acting career. His height enhances the relatable intensity of Det. Lester Freamon in The Wire, where his stature underscores the character's sharp intellect over physical dominance. This same poised 175.9 cm frame shines in films like John Wick, Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri, Mona Lisa, and Marley & Me, as well as his role in Person of Interest.
Born April 7, 1952, in New York City, he moved to London in 1973, adopting his professional name.