Elizabeth Perkins, at exactly 5ft 8 (172.7 cm), commands a strong screen presence as an American actress, often leveraging her height for roles exuding confidence and stature.
In a 2005 Philly Inquirer article, the 5-foot-8 Perkins called herself "a big woman" at 140 pounds, a self-description that underscores how her height bolsters her robust, relatable image in Hollywood.
Her key highlights include starring in the TV series Weeds, and films like Big, The Flintstones, and He Said, She Said, where her 172.7 cm frame enhanced her portrayal of formidable, everyday heroines.