Dawn Steele, standing at exactly 5ft 3 (160 cm), is a Scottish actress whose petite stature has added distinctive charm and relatability to her memorable television roles.
Best known for portraying Alexandra “Lexie” MacDonald in the BBC drama Monarch of the Glen, her compact 5ft 3 frame perfectly suited the feisty, down-to-earth highland character, enhancing her on-screen presence amidst towering landscapes.
- In ITV's Wild at Heart, as Alice Trevanion, her 160 cm height contributed to a nurturing, approachable image in the family wildlife series.
- She also shines as Dr. Annie Jandhu/Murdoch in BBC's River City, where her diminutive build underscores the character's resilient spirit.
Born in Glasgow on 11 December 1975, Steele trained at the Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama, leveraging her precise 5ft 3 physique to embody versatile, spirited roles throughout her career.