Maggie Smith, precisely 5ft 5 (165.1 cm) tall, is a commanding English actress whose petite stature enhances her iconic portrayals of formidable characters.
Her height perfectly suited the elegant yet authoritative Miss Jean Brodie in the Oscar-winning The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie, where she earned Best Actress. At 5ft 5, she also shone as the sharp-tongued Professor McGonagall in the Harry Potter films, her diminutive frame amplifying the witch's magical intensity.
- Second Oscar for Best Supporting Actress in California Suite.
- Emmy-winning role as the Dowager Countess in Downton Abbey, her stature underscoring aristocratic poise.
Smith's career exemplifies how 165.1 cm of presence dominates screens worldwide.