Kerry Washington, precisely 5ft 4 (162.6 cm) tall, commands the screen with a presence that transcends her petite stature, embodying powerful roles in film and television.
Her breakout as Olivia Pope in ABC's Scandal (2012-2018) showcased a crisis manager whose intensity is amplified by Washington's compact frame, making her glides through Washington, D.C. intrigue unforgettable.
Highlights include standout performances in Django Unchained, Ray, Fantastic Four, The Last King of Scotland, and Mr. & Mrs. Smith. She once quipped in Allure Magazine, "I'm 5ft 4. It's better off just being honest, otherwise they find out later."