Lynn Whitfield, at exactly 5ft 3 (160 cm), is an American actress whose petite height enhances her commanding presence in dramatic roles, allowing her to portray formidable characters with intensity and grace.
- Known for her role as Debrah Jenkins in the TV series Without a Trace, where her stature added to the character's no-nonsense authority.
- Starred in films like Eve's Bayou as the fierce Roz Batiste and Stepmom, leveraging her 5ft 3 frame to embody strong, resilient women.
- An honorary member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated, her height contributes to her elegant and poised public image.