Karyn Parsons, precisely 5ft 6 ½ (168.9 cm) tall, captivated audiences as the stylish and poised Hilary Banks on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, where her height enhanced her elegant, model-like presence in glamorous ensembles and heels. This stature suited her glamorous image perfectly, contributing to her commanding screen appeal. She also starred in films like Major Payne and Lush Life, and later became an author and comedian.