Michael Sarrazin, towering at 6ft 2 ¼ (188.6 cm), was a Canadian actor whose impressive height lent a commanding physical presence to his memorable roles in 1960s and 1970s cinema.
His tall, lanky frame perfectly suited the weary marathon dancer in They Shoot Horses, Don't They?, earning the film nine Oscar nominations alongside Jane Fonda. Sarrazin's stature enhanced his rugged appeal in films like Sometimes a Great Notion, The Sweet Ride, and The Gumball Rally, making him a standout in dramatic and action-packed stories.
- Key highlights: Starred opposite Jane Fonda in Oscar-nominated They Shoot Horses, Don't They?
- Featured in The Pursuit of Happiness and Harry in Your Pocket