What is Esai Morales' Height?

Esai Morales, precisely 5ft 8 ½ (174 cm) tall, commands the screen with a stature that amplifies his intense, authoritative presence in dramatic roles. His height lends authenticity to gritty characters like Richie Valens' brother in La Bamba (1987), where he captures street-tough resilience, and his portrayal of Lt. Tony Rodriguez on NYPD Blue, perfectly suiting the hard-edged detective navigating urban chaos.

• Starred in PBS's American Family and Showtime's Resurrection Blvd., roles where his 174 cm frame enhances the everyman hero image.
• Born to Puerto Rican parents in Brooklyn, his physical presence underscores cultural authenticity in diverse narratives.