Omar Sharif, standing at an exact 5ft 11 (180.3 cm), possessed a commanding stature that enhanced his sophisticated and charismatic screen presence as a leading man in Hollywood epics.
His height perfectly suited iconic roles like the poetic Yuri Zhivago in Doctor Zhivago, the enigmatic Sherif Ali in Lawrence of Arabia, and the suave Nick Arnstein in Funny Girl, where his elegant 5ft 11 frame exuded authority and allure in sweeping adventures such as Mackenna's Gold, Genghis Khan, and Behold a Pale Horse.
- Egypt: Grand Cross of the Order of Merit
- France: Knight of the Legion of Honour
- Morocco: Commander of the Order of Ouissam Alaouite
Beyond acting, Sharif's poised 180.3 cm build complemented his prowess as a competitive bridge player, authoring books like Goren's Bridge Complete and Omar Sharif's Life in Bridge. Fluent in five languages—Arabic, English, French, Italian, and Spanish—his stature mirrored his worldly elegance.