Max Grodénchik, standing at exactly 5ft 6 (167.6 cm), is an American actor whose compact stature perfectly embodied the diminutive Ferengi character Rom on Star Trek: Deep Space Nine. His height enhanced his portrayal of the quirky, agile bar owner, making him an ideal fit for the role across multiple seasons.
Born to a Jewish family in New York City, Grodénchik honed his craft in 1980s theater under the name Michael Grodénchik, where his precise physical presence garnered notice, paving the way for his sci-fi stardom.