John Cullum, precisely 5ft 11 (180.3 cm) tall, is an American actor and singer whose height has notably shaped his career from the start.
Early on, while seeking extra work in Saint Joan, a casting director asked his height. Cullum's response of 'five eleven' landed him on the under-six-foot bench alongside other tall actors, securing the gig and highlighting how his stature fit specific casting needs.
His 5ft 11 frame suited memorable roles like Holling Vincoeur in Northern Exposure, the endearing bar owner, as well as Tony-winning performances in Shenandoah and On the Twentieth Century. He also appeared in ER and fathered actor JD Cullum.