John Hillerman, standing at an exact 5ft 7 (170.2 cm), was an American actor whose compact stature became a defining part of his on-screen persona, particularly as the impeccably British butler Jonathan Quayle Higgins III on Magnum, P.I..
At 5ft 7, Hillerman masterfully contrasted the towering 6ft 4 Tom Selleck, with articles highlighting how his 5-foot-7, 150-pound frame made him 'the top' opposite the TV hunk, emphasizing his character's sharp wit and authority despite the height difference.
- Earned five Golden Globe nominations for Higgins, winning in 1981.
- Won an Emmy in 1987 for the role.
His 170.2 cm height lent perfect authenticity to the dignified, no-nonsense Higgins, solidifying his legacy in television.