Olivia Hamnett, precisely 5ft 8 ¾ (174.6 cm) tall, brought a commanding physical presence to her iconic roles in Australian television. Her height enhanced her authoritative portrayal of Kate Robertson in Prisoner: Cell Block H, as well as her performances in films like The Last Wave and The Earthling. Renowned for numerous soap opera and miniseries appearances, Hamnett's stature defined her versatile image until her death in 2001.