Oleg Taktarov, precisely 5ft 11 (180.3 cm) tall, used his commanding height to dominate as a Russian mixed martial artist and actor. His stature gave him a physical edge in UFC tournaments, where he won UFC 6 in 1995 by defeating tough opponents in a superfight against Mario Sperry. Transitioning to Hollywood, Taktarov's 5ft 11 frame enhanced his menacing presence in action films like 15 Minutes, Rollerball, and National Treasure, portraying formidable characters that matched his athletic build.