Gary Numan, standing at exactly 5ft 8 ¼ (173.4 cm), is an iconic English musician, singer, and songwriter whose distinctive height has become part of his candid self-image. Born on 8 March 1958 in Hammersmith, London, Numan rose to fame in the late 1970s with his groundbreaking synth-pop hit Cars, which topped charts worldwide.
Despite his 5ft 8 ¼ (173.4 cm) frame, Numan's commanding stage presence and pioneering role in new wave and electronic music have defined his career, with over 30 albums and a lasting influence on artists like Nine Inch Nails. He has openly shared his wish to be taller, emphasizing the 'quarter inch' as particularly important, adding a relatable quirk to his edgy persona.