Ronald Lee Ermey, at an exact 6ft 0 (182.9 cm), embodied commanding authority as a former Marine drill instructor turned actor, his tall stature enhancing his iconic tough-guy image.
Best known for bellowing orders as Gunnery Sergeant Hartman in Full Metal Jacket, Ermey's height contributed to his intimidating on-screen presence that defined his career.
On his History Channel shows Mail Call and Lock n' Load with R. Lee Ermey, he once boasted, "Now I'm not bragging but I'm 6 foot tall," perfectly suiting his larger-than-life persona in roles from The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2 to On Deadly Ground.
- Hosted military Q&A series Mail Call.
- Explored weapons history in Lock n' Load.