Here Are the 40+ Tallest Actresses in Hollywood

Have you ever thought about who the tallest actresses in Hollywood might be? You might consider figures like Uma Thurman in her iconic yellow outfit, Sigourney Weaver who battled aliens, Leslie Jones from Ghostbusters, or Gal Gadot, the embodiment of Wonder Woman. However, think again! While these remarkable women are certainly tall, they don't quite make it to the pinnacle of our list, where the altitude is so great that an oxygen mask would come in handy! So, put on your high heels and grab your stepladders as we explore the tallest actresses in Tinseltown.

Lisa Leslie — 6'5”

Renowned for her exceptional skills on the court, Lisa Deshaun Leslie, standing tall at 6'5", played a pivotal role in elevating women's basketball to a professional level, earning an Olympic gold medal in the process. However, her talents extend beyond sports; she has also made a name for herself in the acting world.

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Leslie appeared in films such as Inconceivable and Think Like a Man, and even portrayed herself in an episode of The Simpsons. At 6'5", she stands just an inch shorter than Darth Vader. The actor who portrayed the original Chewbacca towered at 7'0", and the first Predator actor reached an astonishing height of 7'2"!

Gwendoline Christie — 6'3”

Gwendoline Christie commands attention in every performance, and it's not solely due to her remarkable acting skills. The British actress stands at an impressive height, which has contributed to her casting in powerful roles such as the formidable Brienne of Tarth in HBO's Game of Thrones, the intimidating Captain Phasma in Star Wars, and Commander Lyme in The Hunger Games.

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As a child, Gwendoline faced teasing due to her towering height. However, seeing Tilda Swinton, another tall English actress, in the film Orlando inspired her to embrace her stature and follow her passion for acting.

Dot-Marie Jones — 6'3”

In the blue corner, towering at an impressive six feet three inches is Dorothy-Marie Jones. This former athlete has an extensive background as a skilled track runner, weightlifter, and shot putter, and she boasts an incredible record as a 15-time world champion in arm wrestling! After hanging up her competitive gear, she transitioned into the world of acting and gained fame for her role as Coach Beiste on the popular musical television series Glee.

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For her performance in this role, the unmistakable Dot-Marie received three Emmy nominations for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy Series. She portrayed Coach Kelly, another sports coach, in Lizzie McGuire, and took on the character of Butch Brenda in Material Girls.

Judy Gold — 6'2”

If the name doesn't ring a bell, Judy Gold stands tall at 6'2" and is a celebrated actress and comedian with over 20 years of experience in the entertainment world. She is the writer and producer behind The Rosie O'Donnell Show, for which she earned two Emmy Awards.

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Judy Gold's solo performance, The Judy Gold Show: My Life as a Sitcom, received outstanding acclaim in 2011. True to her name, Judy Gold stands tall at 6'2”, surpassing many of her peers in the stand-up comedy scene.