Grace Van Dien stands at exactly 5ft 2 ½ (158.8 cm), a petite stature that defines her delicate on-screen image and enhances her portrayals of vulnerable yet resilient characters. Her compact height perfectly suits roles requiring intimacy and relatability, such as Katie Campbell in the TV series The Village, where her small frame amplifies emotional depth. Born in Milton, Florida, Van Dien grew up in Ridgewood, New Jersey, on Van Dien Avenue—named after her great-great-great-grandfather—channeling her heritage into a career marked by standout television performances.