Lucian Msamati, at exactly 5ft 5 (165.1 cm) with a rugby player build, brings a powerful physical presence to his roles, embracing his stature without alteration. He has noted, "I am 5ft 5in and built like a rugby player," highlighting how his compact, robust frame suits characters across ages and intensities.
- Portrayed the seafaring prince Salladhor Saan in HBO's Game of Thrones, leveraging his sturdy physique for authority.
- Made history as the first black actor to play the manipulative Iago in the Royal Shakespeare Company's 2015 Othello.
- Starred in acclaimed series like His Dark Materials, Taboo, Black Earth Rising, and Gangs of London, where his height-enhanced intensity shines.