Peter Mayhew was 7ft ½ in" tall
Peter Mayhew, at an extraordinary 7ft ½ in (214.6 cm), embodied the towering Wookiee Chewbacca in the original Star Wars trilogy, his immense height perfectly capturing the character's intimidating yet loyal presence.
This commanding stature was central to his casting, enhanced with lifts to reach eight feet, making Chewbacca an unforgettable giant on screen and defining Mayhew's career as the gentle giant of cinema.
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