Eve Arden, at an imposing 5ft 8 (172.7 cm), brought a statuesque presence to her iconic roles as a wisecracking actress in Classic Hollywood. Her height often shaped her on-screen image, leading her to adopt a slumping stance at times to fit the comedic mold.
Best remembered for standout performances in films like Mildred Pierce, Anatomy of a Murder, Grease, and Tea for Two, Arden's commanding stature contrasted hilariously with shorter co-stars. She once quipped about singing duets with tiny 5ft 2 Bette Davis, noting their height difference made harmony challenging but audience-pleasing.
In her autobiography, Arden recounted visits to Alan Ladd's home, where at 5ft 8, she towered alongside 6ft 2 husband Brooks, prompting Ladd's height-conscious musical chairs game.
- Starred in TV hits Our Miss Brooks and The Mothers-in-Law.
- Radio and stage veteran with a career spanning decades.