Ray Charles, standing at an authoritative 5ft 9 (175.3 cm), brought a commanding physical presence to his legendary music career, perfectly suiting his larger-than-life persona behind the piano.
His exact height enhanced his iconic stage image, blending charisma with hits like Hit the Road, Jack, Georgia on My Mind, and I Got a Woman. Frank Sinatra dubbed him 'the only true genius in show business,' a stature matched by his 5ft 9 frame that stood tall in soul, R&B, and jazz.
- Overcame blindness to pioneer soul music.
- Multiple Grammys and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee.
- Songs like Seven Spanish Angels showcased his versatile genius.