Heather Matarazzo, at exactly 5ft 3 (160 cm), is an American actress whose petite stature has defined her on-screen image, embodying vulnerable and quirky characters throughout her career.
- Her compact 5ft 3 frame made her the perfect fit for the awkward, bullied teen Dawn in Welcome to the Dollhouse, earning critical acclaim.
- In Hostel: Part II, her diminutive height amplified the tension in her horror role.
- She leveraged her 160 cm presence in films like Saved! and The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement, highlighting her versatility.
As a writer, producer, and director, Matarazzo's small but mighty stature continues to influence her multifaceted career; she married comedian Heather Turman in 2018.