Hollywood’s petite powerhouses: From Madonna to Lady Gaga, 10 leading ladies with height under 5 ft 5
Hollywood's short stunners: 10 female celebs who are under 5 feet 5 inches tall
Many Hollywood stars stand under 5 ft 5 in, but clever styling makes them appear taller on camera and at events. They rock platform heels, tailored outfits, and slender frames, creating illusions of height. Camera angles also enhance their presence on screen. Plus, with male co-stars like Tom Cruise standing well under 6ft, the petite stature isn't glaring. It's not just the Kardashians—Kim and Kourtney are about 5 ft 1 in—others like Reese Witherspoon, Eva Longoria, and Lady Gaga also stand at this height. Here's a glimpse of these petite powerhouses dominating the spotlight.
1. Lady Gaga
Lady Gaga is known for rocking outfits that highlight her curves rather than her height. Whether she's at the Oscars or a movie premiere, she always brings a touch of eye-catching style. Surprisingly, she stands at just 5 ft 1 in. Early in her career, she frequently sported platform boots that added over 10 inches to her height, but nowadays, she's content with standard pumps.
2. Patricia Arquette
Patricia Arquette, a prominent figure in Hollywood since the 1980s, stands out not just for her talent but also for her petite stature of 5 ft 1 in. Despite being on the shorter side, her presence on the red carpet is commanding, effortlessly pulling off couture paired with high heels. While she hasn't dwelled much on her height, she's been candid about aging in Hollywood.
3. Scarlett Johansson
Despite appearing tall in films like 'Black Widow,' Scarlett Johansson stands at a surprising 5 ft 3 in. In an interview with Cosmopolitan, she expressed discomfort with being questioned about her height, recalling instances where people remarked on her short stature. Johansson emphasized her focus on health rather than conforming to unrealistic beauty standards.
4. Reese Witherspoon
Reese Witherspoon, celebrated for her roles in 'Legally Blonde' and 'Wild,' has made a significant impact in Hollywood. Despite her smaller stature of 5 ft 1 in, evident when Selena Gomez towered over her at the recent SAG Awards, Witherspoon has defied industry norms and risen to the A-list.
5. Madonna
Short in stature but towering in influence, Madonna, at 5 ft 3 in, has commanded the spotlight for four decades with chart-toppers like 'Borderline,' 'Like A Virgin,' 'Music,' and 'Frozen.' Despite her petite frame, the 65-year-old pop icon radiates an impressive presence onstage, likely owing to her fitness and fondness for platform heels.
6. Eva Longoria
Eva Longoria rose to prominence as Isabella Brana in 'Desperate Housewives,' showcasing her talent despite her petite stature. Her relationship with basketball star Tony Parker highlighted her shorter frame of 5 ft 1 in next to his 6 ft 2 in height. Over the years, she's expanded her fame through films and producing TV shows like 'Maids.'
7. Natalie Portman
Natalie Portman is a staple on the A-list, effortlessly owning red carpets in couture and heels while gracing magazine covers with her slender figure. Despite her petite stature of 5 ft 3 in, her tailored attire always gives the illusion of greater height while perfectly fitted jeans and sharp blazers accentuate her frame without overwhelming it.
8. Jada Pinkett Smith
Jada Pinkett Smith, a Hollywood A-lister, stands shorter than towering figures like Brooke Shields (6 ft) and Uma Thurman (5 ft 11 in). At 4 ft 11 in, she humorously questioned her height in a 2021 Instagram post, posing beside husband husband Will Smith (6 ft 2 in) and son Jaden Smith (6 ft).
9. Kim Kardashian
Kim Kardashian has built her career modeling fashion for prestigious brands like Balenciaga and Calvin Klein, although she's notably shorter than her supermodel half-sister Kendall Jenner. Despite the height difference, Kim embraces her stature of 5 ft 2 in and employs successful styling techniques tailored to shorter frames.
10. Kourtney Kardashian
Kourtney Kardashian, the shortest among the Kardashian/Jenner clan at 5 ft 1 in, stands one inch shorter than her sister Kim Kardashian. She's approximately a foot shorter than Khloe Kardashian and Kendall Jenner. Kourtney has expressed occasional discomfort with her height, celebrating when Google updated her height by one inch.
