Claudia Christian, precisely 5ft 8 ½ (174 cm) tall, commanded attention with her stature in the role of Commander Susan Ivanova on Babylon 5 from 1994 to 1998. Her height enhanced the authoritative image of the no-nonsense executive officer, making her a standout in sci-fi television.
This commanding presence carried into other roles, including Captain Maynard on 9-1-1 and voicing Hera on Netflix's Blood of Zeus. As an actress, singer, and author, Christian's exact height of 5ft 8 ½ perfectly suited her portrayals of strong, resilient characters.