Kristy McNichol, standing at exactly 5ft 2 ½ (158.8 cm), is an American former actress whose petite stature became a defining aspect of her on-screen image, enhancing her youthful and relatable appeal in family-oriented roles.
- Best known for her Emmy-winning performance as Letitia "Buddy" Lawrence on the TV series Family (1976-1980), where her compact height of 158.8 cm perfectly suited the spunky teenage character.
- Starred as nurse Barbara Weston on Empty Nest (1988-1995), leveraging her 5ft 2 ½ frame to portray a vibrant, diminutive family member.
- Her height contributed to memorable film roles in Little Darlings (1980) and Only When I Laugh (1981), emphasizing her energetic presence.
McNichol retired from acting in 2001, leaving a legacy where her exact 158.8 cm height symbolized her enduring charm in television and film.