Philip Glenister, standing at an exact 5ft 11 ½ (181.6 cm), commands a presence that perfectly suited his iconic role as the tough, no-nonsense DCI Gene Hunt in the BBC series Life on Mars and Ashes to Ashes. His imposing height contributed to the character's authoritative stature on screen.
- Starred in high-profile projects like Mad Dogs, Calendar Girls, and Kingdom of Heaven.
- Son of director John Glenister and brother to actor Robert Glenister.
Born on February 10, 1963, in Harrow, his 181.6 cm frame has been a key asset in portraying rugged, larger-than-life figures throughout his career.