Joanna Scanlan, at exactly 5ft 1 (154.9 cm), is an English actress and screenwriter whose petite stature amplifies her commanding screen presence in authoritative roles.
Born on 27 October 1961 in West Kirby, Merseyside, England, Scanlan is best known for portraying the no-nonsense DI Vivienne Deering in No Offence and the acerbic Terri Coverley in The Thick of It. Her 5ft 1 height contrasts sharply with these tough, dominant characters, enhancing their intensity and making her performances unforgettable.
Scanlan's career highlights, from sharp political satire to gritty crime drama, consistently leverage her exact 154.9 cm frame to project unyielding strength.