Woody Strode, standing at an imposing 6ft 4 (193 cm), was a towering figure in both athletics and Classic Hollywood cinema. His exceptional height contributed to his commanding physical presence as a football player, decathlete, and actor.
Strode's athletic career showcased his 6ft 4 frame's power, maintaining a trim 205 pounds with 200 daily pushups. In films like Spartacus, he had to crouch during fight scenes with shorter co-star Kirk Douglas to simulate a fair match, highlighting how his stature defined his on-screen intensity.
- Key roles: The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance, Once Upon a Time in the West, The Professionals, and Sergeant Rutledge.
- Served in the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II.
His 6ft 4 physique made him unforgettable as a formidable athlete-actor.