What was Yaphet Kotto's Height?

Yaphet Kotto, at a commanding 6ft 4 (193 cm), brought an imposing physical presence to his roles as tough, authoritative figures in film and television.

His towering height amplified his intensity as the villainous Dr. Kananga in the James Bond film Live and Let Die (1973), and as the resilient engineer Parker in Alien (1979).

• Starred as Lt. Al Giardello in Homicide: Life on the Street (1993–1999), where his stature underscored the character's streetwise leadership.
• Featured in action thrillers like Midnight Run, The Running Man, and Brubaker, leveraging his height for memorable tough-guy personas.

Kotto's 6ft 4 frame made him a standout in gritty dramas such as Across 110th Street and Blue Collar.