Leslie Nielsen, towering at an exact 6ft 1 (185.4 cm), brought a commanding physical presence to his iconic comedic roles, enhancing his portrayal of bumbling yet authoritative figures. His height perfectly suited the straight-faced Dr. Rumack in Airplane! and the hapless Detective Frank Drebin in the Naked Gun series, where his tall stature amplified the absurdity of his deadpan delivery. Earlier, his imposing frame shone in dramatic turns like Commander Adams in Forbidden Planet and Beau Geste. The Canadian-American star's lanky build and height made him unforgettable in spoofs like Dracula: Dead and Loving It, cementing his legacy in comedy.