Dawnn Lewis, standing at an exact 5ft 7 (170.2 cm), brought a commanding yet relatable presence to her iconic role as Jaleesa Vinson–Taylor on the hit sitcom A Different World, where her height perfectly suited the character's confident, college-educated vibe.
Born on August 13, 1961, in Brooklyn, this American actress and singer leveraged her 5ft 7 stature for versatile performances, from early singing at age four to acting at eleven, culminating in her Broadway debut as Zelma, Tina Turner's mother, in Tina in 2019.
- Her precise 170.2 cm frame enhanced her dynamic stage and screen energy.
- Key highlight: Starred in A Different World, defining 90s TV comedy.