Larry Wilcox, precisely 5ft 10 ½ (179.1 cm) tall, brought an ideal height to his iconic role as the tall, fit California Highway Patrol officer Jonathan "Jon" Baker in the television series CHiPs (1977-1983). His stature enhanced his commanding presence on the motorcycle, perfectly suiting the action-packed image of a dedicated CHP captain pursuing speeders and upholding the law. Key career highlights include starring in this long-running NBC hit that defined his career.