John Diehl, at an authoritative 5ft 11 ½ (181.6 cm), is an American character actor whose tall, imposing frame perfectly suited his tough-guy roles in film and TV.
His height lent commanding presence to Detective Larry Zito in Miami Vice, enhancing the character's street-smart intensity. In Stripes, Diehl's stature complemented John Candy's comedic style, evoking Laurel and Hardy dynamics during improvisations.
- Starred in action-packed films like Stargate, Jurassic Park III, Falling Down, A Time to Kill, and Mo Money, where his 181.6 cm build amplified rugged, authoritative characters.