Gavin McLeod, standing at 5ft 8 (172.7 cm), was an American actor whose exact height lent a relatable, everyman charm to his iconic television roles.
His 5ft 8 frame perfectly suited the lovable news writer Murray Slaughter on The Mary Tyler Moore Show, enhancing his approachable on-screen presence during the show's run from 1970 to 1977.
McLeod's height also defined his commanding yet warm portrayal of Captain Merrill Stubing on The Love Boat, where he steered the series to success from 1977 to 1986, his stature symbolizing steady leadership at sea.