William Morgan Sheppard, standing at an authoritative 5ft 9 (175.3 cm), was an English character actor whose height contributed to his versatile and imposing screen presence across over 100 films and television programs in a career spanning more than 50 years. His stature perfectly suited memorable roles in cult classics like Elvira Mistress of the Dark, Hawk the Slayer, and the innovative series Max Headroom, where he often portrayed authoritative figures. As the father of actor Mark Sheppard, his 5ft 9 (175.3 cm) frame enhanced his commanding yet adaptable image in the industry until his passing in 2019.