Deborah Watling, at an exact height of 4ft 11¾ (151.8 cm), was a petite English actress whose diminutive stature enhanced her on-screen vulnerability and youthful charm.
Best remembered for portraying Victoria Waterfield, the companion to the Second Doctor in Doctor Who (1967-1968), her small frame perfectly suited the character's wide-eyed innocence amid cosmic adventures, making her a fan favorite during the Patrick Troughton era.
- Began as a child actress in The Invisible Man (1958-1959), where her height contributed to her endearing child roles.
- Starred in films like Take Me High (1973) with Cliff Richard and That'll Be the Day (1973) with David Essex.
- Appeared in TV series such as The Newcomers (1969) and Danger UXB (1979).
Throughout her career, Watling's precise 4ft 11 (151.8 cm) height defined her as the quintessential petite leading lady.