Tony Shalhoub stands at exactly 5ft 9 ¾ (177.2 cm), a height that perfectly suits his everyman persona in iconic roles, lending authenticity and relatability to his characters.
Best known for portraying the brilliant yet neurotic detective Adrian Monk in the TV series Monk, Shalhoub's mid-range stature enhances the character's vulnerable yet capable image, making his eccentric genius all the more endearing.
- Won a Tony Award for Best Actor in a Musical as Tewfiq Zakaria in Broadway's The Band's Visit.
- Provided voice work for Luigi in the Cars franchise (2006–2017) and Splinter in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles films (2014, 2016).
- Starred in films like Galaxy Quest, Men in Black, and Pain & Gain, where his 177.2 cm frame added to his versatile, grounded screen presence.