Dudley Moore, standing exactly 5ft 2 ½ (158.8 cm), was a diminutive English actor, comedian, and musician whose short stature became a defining and endearing aspect of his public image and career.
His petite height amplified his charm as an unlikely sex symbol in films like Arthur (1981), where he played the lovable, boozy millionaire, and 10 (1979), opposite Bo Derek. Moore often joked about his height, proudly noting it on his passport and quipping that every half-inch counted, which endeared him to audiences despite roles highlighting his small frame alongside taller co-stars.
- Starred in Santa Claus: The Movie (1985), Bedazzled (1967), and The Hound of the Baskervilles (1978).
- Co-starred in the groundbreaking revue Beyond the Fringe (1960), leading to albums like From Beyond the Fringe (1966).
- Released jazz albums as The Dudley Moore Trio, including The Other Side of Dudley Moore (1965).
Moore's height fueled witty self-deprecation, making him a beloved figure in comedy and music until his death.