Actors Who Defy Expectation With Their Height Off Screen

Johnny Galecki – 5’5 (165 cm)

The Big Bang Theory star suits his awkward and geeky character as a small 5’5 in height. He has used his fame on the US’s inexplicably popular show to raise awareness of real-life scientists.

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“The image of a scientist in the last 10 to 15 years has changed drastically. It used to be pasty guys in a basement with beakers and now it’s Steve Jobs — they’re almost the rock stars of our age.” This year will see the end of The Big Bang Theory after an impressive 12 seasons.