Let’s be real, Hollywood is home to bigger-than-life personalities, but a few of its stars are literally bigger than life. These celebrities don’t require camera magic, unusual camera angles, or wedges to get attention; they simply need to appear. Whether they’re standing over their castmates or causing fans to question whether their IMDb profiles are being overly dramatic, these stars show that height can be star power in and of itself. So take out the step stool (or perhaps just lean back in your chair) as we count down 16 of Hollywood’s tallest stars, from remarkably tall to downright huge.
16. Chris Hemsworth – 6’3″
The god of thunder himself is a towering 6’3″. Chris Hemsworth’s large-than-life frame made him the ideal candidate to handle Mjölnir as Thor, but what fans adore equally is his laid-back charm. Off-camera, he’s a dedicated husband and father who swaps red carpets for surf days in his Byron Bay home. Since both Chris and Liam are the same height, you can imagine family portraits are a wall-to-wall Hemsworth.
15. Hugh Jackman – 6’3″
Hugh Jackman is another Aussie powerhouse who strolls the world with a combination of poise, toughness, and good-old-fashioned charm. At 6’3″, he’s spent decades seamlessly transitioning between action franchises and Broadway musicals. From Wolverine’s adamantium claws to The Greatest Showman’s sequined top hats, Jackman’s stature and charm are irresistible on screen. And he’s far from slowing down anytime soon; short one Oscar of EGOT fame, he’s as tall as he is talented.
14. Liam Neeson – 6’4″
Few performers can bring intensity as much as Liam Neeson, and his authoritative 6’4″ frame only serves to heighten it. Whatever he does, whether he’s hunting kidnappers in Taken or posing as tragic heroes in epic dramas, Neeson exudes gravitas. He’s unforgettable, a cinematic presence aided by his physical presence and deep, resonant voice.
13. Tom Selleck – 6’4″
A Hollywood legend since the ’80s, Tom Selleck is as well known for his height as for his signature mustache. Standing at 6’4″, he oozes languid charm on Magnum, P.I. and still presides as the family matriarch’s husband on Blue Bloods. Selleck’s tall, broad-shouldered presence lends him an easygoing confidence, but fans know him as just a guy who never did take himself too seriously.
12. Alexander Skarsgård – 6’4″
Swedish actor Alexander Skarsgård might be 6’4″, but it’s his stoic intensity that really commands a room. Whether he’s depicting the brooding vampire Eric Northman on True Blood or swinging through the jungle in The Legend of Tarzan, his presence is irresistible. He even makes his near-six-foot-tall co-stars, such as Nicole Kidman, appear delicate on camera. It’s no surprise he’s one of Hollywood’s most sought-after leading men.
11. John Lithgow – 6’4″
With a career that has encompassed comedy, drama, and all points in between, John Lithgow has perfected the skill of demanding attention. Standing 6’4″, he has a natural gravitas, whether he’s playing a silly alien on 3rd Rock from the Sun or Winston Churchill in The Crown. Even when the actual Churchill stood at 5’6″, Lithgow inhabited the character with such authority that it was impossible to envision anyone else as Winston.
10. Jason Momoa – 6’4″
Jason Momoa’s stature is only half the reason why he’s such a towering presence in Tinseltown—but it doesn’t hurt. Standing 6’4″ tall with shoulders broad enough to fit through a doorframe, Aquaman and Game of Thrones heartthrob is about as physically imposing as they get. But beneath the warrior facade is a good-natured, down-to-earth guy whom fans love. He’s the rare giant-sized gent, a big man with an even bigger heart.
9. Ben Affleck – 6’4″
Ben Affleck’s 6’4″ stature makes him one of Hollywood’s most familiar leading men, looming over almost every co-star. From Good Will Hunting to Argo and Batman v Superman, he has worked in all manner of genres. Jennifer Lopez joked that it takes strategy to walk beside him; she has to keep up with those long legs! Height notwithstanding, Affleck’s presence, both in front of and away from the camera, always seems larger than life.
8. Donald Sutherland – 6’4″
Standing tall at 6’4″, Donald Sutherland has long exemplified quiet strength in his performances. From MASH* to The Hunger Games, his distinctive voice and tall stature make him easily identifiable. Even after decades on the job, his performances remain as authoritative as ever. Factoid: his son, actor Rossif Sutherland, actually bests him by one inch, measuring 6’5″.
7. Jared Padalecki – 6’4″
Jared Padalecki might be famous for hunting demons on Supernatural, but his 6’4″ height makes it impossible to ignore him even in person. His blend of humor, warmth, and charm made Sam Winchester TV’s most popular character. Before that, he turned heads on Gilmore Girls, and now he’s at the helm of the Walker remake. Tall, nice, and incredibly likable—Padalecki is the epitome of the gentle giant.
6. Clint Eastwood – 6’4″
A Hollywood icon of all time, Clint Eastwood’s height and cold gaze defined the contemporary cinema hard man. Outdrawing bad men in The Good, the Bad and the Ugly or Oscar-winning directing in Million Dollar Baby, Eastwood’s six-foot-four stature and decades of cinema longevity make him a giant figure both physically and professionally.
5. Jeff Goldblum – 6’4″
Jeff Goldblum is not only tall, he’s happily tall. At 6’4″, complete with his trademark glasses, impeccable fashion sense, and smooth demeanor, he’s rebranded weird cool. Through Jurassic Park to Thor: Ragnarok, his acting is like jazz, unpredictable, hilarious, and irrepressibly engaging. Goldblum’s entry into a room is so unique that he doesn’t merely enter a room; he vibes into it.
4. Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson – 6’5″
Standing at 6’5″ and constructed like a mythic hero, Dwayne Johnson is Hollywood’s largest (literally and in a figurative sense) star. From his days wrestling to headlining blockbuster franchises such as Fast & Furious and Jumanji, The Rock’s charm is as immense as his biceps. His trick? A combination of hard work, wit, and humility that is both larger than life and unexpectedly endearing.
3. Tim Robbins – 6’5
Tim Robbins is the tallest Oscar-winning actor, and he deserves to be; his 6’5″ stature and heartfelt acting make him unforgettable. From the reserved determination of The Shawshank Redemption to the ferocity of Mystic River, Robbins pairs physical stature with depth of feeling. His performances teach us that tall doesn’t equate to height; it equates to how you occupy the screen.
2. Vince Vaughn – 6’5″
Standing at 6’5″, Vince Vaughn has long been comedy’s lovable giant. Whether he’s spouting back-and-forth jokes in Swingers or crashing weddings alongside Owen Wilson, his girth is merely an addendum to his comic energy. Alongside his much smaller co-stars (such as Isla Fisher, 5’3″), Vaughn’s height becomes a running gag—but his warmth and timing render him the greatest of gentle jokesters.
1. Brad Garrett – 6’8″
And standing over them all, literally, is Brad Garrett. The Everybody Loves Raymond actor is a whopping 6’8″ tall, and his booming laugh and self-deprecating wit have made him a household name for decades, both on TV and in stand-up. Whether he’s telling jokes or providing the voice for animated blockbusters, Garrett shows that comedy truly can come from new heights.
From action heroes and heartthrobs to comedians and Hollywood legends, these stars don’t just stand tall in height; they stand tall in talent. Whether they’re saving the world, making us laugh, or stealing hearts, one thing’s for sure: when it comes to presence, these celebrities are head and shoulders above the rest.