John Inman, standing at exactly 5ft 6 (167.6 cm), was an English actor whose diminutive height amplified the flamboyant charm of his iconic role as Mr. Humphries in the BBC sitcom Are You Being Served?, which ran from 1972 to 1985.
His compact stature perfectly suited the character's cheeky, larger-than-life persona, making his catchphrase 'I'm free!' even more endearing and memorable. Inman was the only performer to appear in both the original British series and its Australian adaptation, leveraging his petite frame to steal scenes alongside taller co-stars.
- Began acting after moving to Blackpool at age 12, where his height helped him stand out in local theater.
- Delivered a career-defining performance that highlighted how his 5ft 6 (167.6 cm) build enhanced comedic timing and physical comedy.