Maria Pitillo, at exactly 5ft 3 (160 cm), is an American retired actress whose petite stature defined her endearing on-screen image. Best known for her lead role opposite the colossal beast in the 1998 film Godzilla, her compact 160 cm frame provided a perfect human-scale contrast to the massive monster, enhancing the spectacle. She also starred in the popular TV series Providence.
Her athletic background shines through despite her height; Pitillo ran on the track team at Mahwah High School, showcasing speed and determination in her 5ft 3 build before transferring to Northern Highlands Regional High School.