Miriam McDonald, standing at an exact 5ft 6 (167.6 cm), brought a perfectly relatable height to her iconic role as Emma Nelson, the lead female character on the hit series Degrassi: The Next Generation. Her stature enhanced her portrayal of an everyday teen activist, contributing to the show's authentic high school dynamics across multiple seasons. McDonald also showcased her versatility at this height in voiceover work, starting with The Ripping Friends in 2001.