Ned Vaughn, standing at exactly 5ft 8 ¼ (173.4 cm), is an American actor whose average height perfectly complements his portrayals of relatable military officers, astronauts, and everyday heroes in film and television.
His 5'8" stature brought authenticity to roles in blockbuster hits like Apollo 13, where he played a NASA team member, and Courage Under Fire, enhancing his convincing presence amid intense military dramas. Vaughn's height also suited submarine crew dynamics in The Hunt for Red October and rescue missions in The Rescue, while TV audiences saw him in China Beach.
- Served as vice president of the Screen Actors Guild, later founding executive vice president of SAG-AFTRA.
- Raised in Huntsville, Alabama, his 173.4 cm frame embodied the accessible, all-American archetype central to his career.