Dorothy Dandridge, precisely 5ft 5 (165.1 cm) tall, embodied glamorous allure in Classic Hollywood with her petite, curvaceous frame that defined her iconic screen presence.
Her height accentuated her voluptuous 36-24-36 measurements and 110-115 pound figure, making her a standout in sultry roles like Carmen in Carmen Jones, which earned her the distinction as the first African-American nominated for Best Actress at the Oscars, as well as in Porgy and Bess and Tarzan's Peril.
This stature enhanced her elegant, seductive image, captivating audiences and cementing her legacy as a trailblazing entertainer.