One question women are often bombarded is, "Does size matter?". We're talking about a man's height, of course! While there are many famous heartthrobs who are tall, there are still a good number of men who won people's hearts with their short size.
Height isn't really an issue anymore, and you would see a lot of famous guys confidently dating women who are way taller than them. Let's take a look at some of the most popular short guys we know, and let's see how "tall" they are exactly. Note: Most of them have a jaw-dropping net worth that will make you forget about their size!
Dustin Hoffman, 5’5"
Dustin Hoffman is a 5'5" actor who has won countless acting awards over the years. Some of his most memorable performances were in films like Rain Man and Kramer vs Kramer. His height worked to his advantage because he was able to play characters decades younger than him.
He is already 82 years old today and has been consistently making money through his acting gigs through the years. His fortune today is said to be at $50 million. According to his IMDb page, Hoffman will be starring in a new film called As Sick as They Made Us.
Ken Jeong, 5'4"
Ken Jeong was able to use his size to his advantage in his comedy career and he easily became one of the funniest actors you would see on the big screen. He had notable roles in Dr. Ken, Community, and the Hangover films.
He first graduated from Duke University, then later went to the UNC School of Medicine for his M.D. Acting eventually made him say goodbye to his career in medicine. That was totally fine since he has become a multi-millionaire from acting. Jeong is currently set to appear in new films like Tom and Jerry and Boss Level.
Ben Stiller, 5’6"
Ben Stiller, standing next to Vince Vaughn in the photo, clearly highlights how unlucky he was in the height department. Although, it isn't really a problem since he has such an amazing career. He rose to fame thanks to his roles in Meet The Parents and Zoolander.
He isn't just an actor today, for he has also been pursuing a career as a Hollywood producer and director. He is currently working on new films like Friendsgiving and Dinner in America. He is also set to star in a new Dodgeball sequel.
Al Pacino, 5’7
At 5'7", you can consider Al Pacino to have a below-average height. This didn't affect the roles he was given because he could still effectively play a tough character. Some of the movies that made him a household name in Hollywood were The Godfather Part II, Scarface, and Serpico.
He is 79 years old today and is enjoying a $120 million, but he still doesn't want to retire. He reportedly has a starring role in an upcoming series titled Hunters. You will also see him in two new movies called King Lear and Axis Sally.
Michael J. Fox, 5’4"
Michael J. Fox is an example of a Hollywood actor who is married to a woman who is taller than him. His height of 5'4" is even more evident when his wife, Tracy Polland, wears high heels when she's on the red carpet with him.
Fox is popularly known for his starring role in the Back to the Future franchise. In the 2000s, he became less active in the acting industry due to his battle with Parkinson's disease. He still acts from time to time, and he actually has an upcoming short film titled The Beast, Heroes of the Wildfire.
Dave Franco, 5’7"
Dave Franco is the younger brother of actor James Franco, and he has been acting professionally just like his brother. Unfortunately, he didn't become as tall as James, for he is just 5'7". Nobody really minds, and a lot of people still have a huge crush on him.
Dave became a popular actor after he starred in 21 Jump Street and Scrubs. At 34 years old, his net worth is estimated to be around $10 million. His most recent roles were in films like 6 Underground and Zeroville. He is currently set to star in a new mini-series titled The Now.
Joe Pesci, 5’3"
Joe Pesci is another short actor who is able to effectively portray tough characters on the big screen. You guys might remember watching him in films like Home Alone, Raging Bull, and Goodfellas. He decided to enter retirement back in the late '90s, but he eventually decided to come back.
He notably got to work with Robert De Niro again in the film called The Irishman that was just released back in 2019. Aside from acting, he has also been into music and was able to release new material back in 2019. His latest album is titled, Pesci... Still Singing.
Jack Black, 5’6"
Short guys make wonderful comedians, and Jack Black can attest to that. He always makes people laugh or smile through his performances in movies. Plus, he doesn't even need to exert that much effort at all. He doesn't need to tiptoe beside his wife, Tanya Haden, because they're about the same height too.
Black first gained popularity after starring in the School of Rock and Shallow Hal. When he's not acting, he's busy being the frontman of Tenacious D. He doesn't have any upcoming films yet. However, he just starred in Jumanji: The Next Level in 2019.
Martin Scorsese, 5’3"
Filmmaker Martin Scorsese spends most of his time working behind the camera, so he barely needs to worry about people noticing that he is only 5'3". Some of his most popular movies were Taxi Driver, The Wolf of Wall Street, and The Departed.
A lot of his films did amazing at the box office, so you might not really be surprised to find out that his fortune today is at $100 million already. His IMDb page says he is currently working on two new films titled Roosevelt and Killers of the Flower Moon.
Marc Anthony, 5’7"
Marc Anthony is a successful tropical salsa singer who stands as 5'7". His amazing voice makes up for his height, and he easily got successful women like Jennifer Lopez and Dayanara Torres to fall in love with him. Unfortunately, both marriages with those women ended in a divorce.
Anthony is currently enjoying being single in his 50s, and he doesn't have any kind of financial worries because he has an $80 million fortune. Back in 2019, he was able to release a brand new album titled Opus. He is also set to appear in the upcoming In The Heights film.
James McAvoy, 5’6"
James McAvoy hits the gym a lot, and his physique sometimes makes him look tall in his movies. The truth is that he is only 5'6" in real life. The photo above shows you just how much of a height difference he had with his X-Men castmate, Nicholas Hoult.
Over the years, he has proven that he is such a versatile actor, for he has portrayed a wide range of roles. Some of his most popular ones were in movies like Atonement and Split. He doesn't have any upcoming films yet, but his last role was in His Dark Materials back in 2019.
Daniel Radcliffe, 5’4"
Many people have seen actor Daniel Radcliffe grow from an adorable young boy to a handsome grown man due to his role in Harry Potter. Unfortunately, he stopped growing taller once he hit 5'4". His height matched with his baby face makes it hard to believe that he's already 30 years old today.
He hasn't stopped acting all these years, and his personal fortune is already at $110 million today. Radcliffe's most recent acting role was in a film called Guns Akimbo. He is set to appear in the upcoming Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt Special.
Tom Cruise, 5’6"
When you see Tom Cruise in his films, you will just be left in awe by all the crazy stunts he does, and you won't even notice that he's just 5'6". He is one of the biggest action stars in Hollywood today, and he receives a massive paycheck per film he appears in.
Not many people notice his height, but of course, it becomes evident when he poses next to some like Henry Cavill on the red carpet. Height definitely doesn't matter when you're that talented and successful. Cruise is currently will be starring in Mission: Impossible 7.
Bruno Mars, 5’4"
Bruno Mars has it all, he's an amazing singer and a great dancer. But if there was one area where he fell short, that would be, well, him being short! He's only 5'4", but of course, his superb talent makes up for it. His voice is definitely 100x better than many men who are taller than him.
He started producing records for other artists, but he eventually became a successful singer himself during the 2010s. Today, he has sold-out concerts across the globe that bring him a ton of earnings. In 2020, Mars will be starring in his own concert residency in Las Vegas.
Kevin Hart, 5’3"
Kevin Hart's career revolves around making people laugh. While he has made fun of other people a lot, he actually doesn't mind joking about his short stature. His height is said to be 5'3". This is definitely way below average, but it's nice how he knows how to just laugh at it.
At the end of the day, what matters is what he was able to achieve and that he is able to provide a nice life for himself and for his family. In 2019, Hart was involved in a major car crash that brought him serious back injuries. Fortunately, he was able to make a full recovery and is back to working hard again.
Seth Green, 5’3"
Just like Kevin Hart, Seth Green is also 5'3". This never caused him to lose a role, and he actually had numerous memorable performances over the years. Most of you probably remember him for appearing in Buffy the Vampire Slayer and the Austin Powers films.
He also didn't have a problem with the ladies and his wife, Clare Grant, is actually way taller than him. The couple has been married since 2010, but pregnancy isn't in their plans yet as of today. Green continues to do voice work for Family Guy, and he has an upcoming movie called Wednesdays.
Johnny Galecki, 5’5"
If you were able to watch the popular show called The Big Bang Theory, then you would know how short was Leonard compared to Sheldon. Leonard was played by actor Johnny Galecki who is 5'5". Just like his character, he easily gets to court gorgeous ladies taller than him.
Although, we don't really think he's an actual geek in real life. The Big Bang Theory ended back in 2019, but Galecki doesn't have any new shows or films just yet. In December 2019, he welcomed a baby with a woman named Alaina Meyer, who he has been dating since 2018.
Zac Efron, 5’7"
Zac Efron has been the crush of many ever since he starred in High School Musical. He became an even bigger star when he took on more mature roles, and no one is really making his height of 5'7" an issue. He might be average-sized, but he was definitely blessed in the looks and talent department.
Efron has an amazing acting portfolio as of today, and he is said to be worth around $24 million. He last starred in films like Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile and The Beach Bum. He's currently set to star in a new movie called King of the Jungle.
Jonah Hill, 5’6"
Starring in Superbad is what made actor Jonah Hill a popular name in Hollywood. People were aware of his short stature from the start, and it looks like this was beneficial for him since he was given a ton of comedic roles over the years.
He used to be short and chunky, but in recent times, he stepped up his fitness game and got more fit. He has ventured out into producing and directing already, and you might have been impressed by his performance in Maniac. Hill's last film role was in The Beach Bum back in 2019.
Aziz Ansari, 5’5"
With a net worth of $18 million, it doesn't really matter anymore that actor Aziz Ansari just stands at 5'5". He originally gained popularity in the acting industry during the late 2000s thanks to the role he had on the show called Parks and Recreation.
His greatest achievement has got to be winning a Golden Globe for his work on the show called Master of None. On-screen work isn't the only thing that makes him rich, for he also does voice acting frequently. Back in 2019, Ansari launched a Netflix special titled Aziz Ansari: Right Now.
Josh Hutcherson, 5’6"
Being 5'6" didn't stop actor Josh Hutcherson from becoming a leading man in Hollywood. You guys might remember him for the on-screen romance he had with Jennifer Lawrence in the Hunger Games franchise. He was noticeably shorter than her, but they still looked good together.
Hutcherson's acting career hasn't stopped generating consistent earnings for him, and today, he possesses a $20 million fortune already. He last starred in a movie called The Long Home back in 2019. He also got to do voice work for the English version of the Ultraman series.
David Spade, 5’6
In the photo above, David Spade's lack of height is pretty obvious—even if he's just sitting down since he is beside Shaquille O'Neal, who's basically a giant. His big break happened back in the '90s when he started appearing on Saturday Night Live.
Spade eventually made a ton of money from acting in films as well, and he's fortunate enough to be blessed with consistent work until today. He may not be the hunkiest male in Hollywood, but he surely got to date some gorgeous women over the years. Spade is set to star in an upcoming movie titled The Wrong Missy.
Elijah Wood, 5’5"
Elijah Wood is well recognized for the starring role he had in the Lord of the Rings franchise. He may appear to be taller on the big screen at times, but he's just really 5'5". He was already making money in Hollywood as a child during the '90s.
Fast forward to today, he is 38 years old, and his fortune is estimated to be at $30 million already. He has been able to put up his own production company called SpectreVision. Woods' most recent acting roles were in Drunk History and Come to Daddy. He has an upcoming film called L.A. Rush.
Ryan Seacrest, 5’6"
It's easy to notice that popular host Ryan Seacrest isn't really that tall because he often stands beside tall celebrities and interviews them. The built of his body actually makes him look taller, so some of you might find it hard to believe he's only 5'6".
He is best remembered for hosting American Idol from the start, and he has often been heard on the radio as well. Since 2017, he's been regularly hosting Live with Kelly and Ryan. That same year, he started dating Shayna Taylor who is known for her career as a model.
Martin Freeman, 5’6"
Martin Freeman is a 5'6" actor who first became popular for starring in the British version of The Office during the early 2000s. He later had a way better career on the big screen, for he was cast as the lead in The Hobbit films.
You might have also seen him play Everett K. Ross in a bunch of Marvel movies. He can easily go shopping for anything for himself or his family these days because he has a $15 million fortune. According to his IMDb page, Freeman will star in a new TV series titled Breeders.
Danny DeVito, 4’8"
When people are asked about the shortest Hollywood actor you know of, the most common answer you will hear is Danny DeVito. He is only 4'8", and this is actually caused by his Fairbank's disease. The good thing is he never made his condition a hindrance from becoming successful.
DeVito's been a busy actor ever since he appeared in Taxi back in the late '70s. He has also been able to pursue a career as a producer and he co-owns the production company called Jersey Films. DeVito is currently set to star in upcoming films like Harry Haft and Triplets.
Frankie Muniz, 5’4"
Frankie Muniz was one of the most popular young stars of the 2000s. His role in the sitcom called Malcolm in the Middle made him a household name. However, he decided to take a break from the acting scene in the late 2000s to pursue a career in car racing.
Women didn't mind that he's only 5'4", and he and girlfriend Paige Price have been in a loving relationship for many years. Their engagement was actually announced to the public back in 2019. Muniz is set to star in a new film called Hot Bath an' a Stiff Drink 2.
Tom Hollander, 5’4"
No, this is not the short Tom who stars as Spider-Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. This is Tom Hollander, and he is best known for appearing in Pride & Prejudice, Pirates of the Caribbean, and The Lost Prince. His height is said to be 5'4".
His personal fortune is at $5 million today. Even if this is lower than others on this list, he still gets to eat good food, travel, and drive a nice car. In 2020, Hollander will be starring as George V in the new film called The King's Man. He also has a new mini-series titled Us.
Macaulay Culkin, 5’6"
Many of us already knew of Macaulay Culkin when he was still very small because of his success as a child actor. He notably gave entertaining performances in the Home Alone films. He is a grown man today, but in terms of height, he stopped growing after reaching 5'6".
Culkin lived a comfortable life for many years thanks to all his earnings from when he was younger. His most recent roles were in Dollface and Changeland back in 2019. When he's not acting, he's busy managing his podcast/website called Bunny Ears.
Richard Dreyfuss, 5’4"
Richard Dreyfuss experienced the peak of his acting career during the '70s through '90s. You could easily notice that he was smaller than everybody since he is only 5'4". Despite this, he never really had trouble being booked for different kinds of roles.
He is best remembered for starring in movies like Close Encounters of the Third Kind, The Goodbye Girl, and Mr. Holland's Opus. He and his wife, Svetlana Erokhin, have been married since 2006. Prior to their marriage, he was divorced twice. Dreyfuss currently has an upcoming film called Spinning Gold.
David Faustino, 5’2"
David Faustino might just be 5'2", but he surely attracts women who are way taller than him. He has been dating Lindsay Bronson since 2015, and he's okay with her wearing high heels when they step on the red carpet.
The couple is not married yet, but they do have a baby together. Faustino rose to fame in the acting scene back in the late '80s, thanks to the starring role he had on the show called Married... with Children. He is set to appear in a new series titled Hollywould.
Emilio Estevez, 5’5"
During the '80s, everyone knew 5'5" actor Emilio Estevez for being part of the famous Brat Pack. He had memorable roles in films like The Breakfast Club, The Outsiders, and St. Elmo's Fire. The passion for acting runs in his blood for his father and brother, Martin and Charlie Sheen, are actors as well.
He continues to book acting roles until today, but he also gets behind the camera and does some directing. The last movie he directed was The Public, and he also got to star in it. He is married to a beautiful woman named Sonja Magdevski, who works as a winemaker.
Nick Jonas, 5’7"
Nick Jonas has been loved by so many of his fans ever since he was a teenager, and we bet no one really had a problem with the fact that he is only 5'7". He makes a ton of money as an actor and singer, and to top it all off, he is married to Priyanka Chopra, who's extremely gorgeous.
He also fixes himself up well and has a great sense of style. It's almost as if he's perfect. Jonas reunited with his brothers Joe and Kevin back in 2019 and started performing as the Jonas Brothers again. They released a new album titled Happiness Begins.
Usher, 5’7"
Usher spends a lot of time at the gym, and the results always show. Staying fit has made him appear younger over the years, and it also made people ignore his height of 5'7". Yes, he's actually average-sized, and you can see this in the photo above.
His proportionate body parts are also another reason why he doesn't really look short. Usher has been a successful singer for decades now. However, he also found success with the numerous business ventures he had. In 2020, he is reportedly going to release a new album titled Confessions 2.
Lil Wayne, 5’5"
Rappers live opulent lifestyles just like basketball players. Yet, the difference is that they weren't really fortunate enough to have towering heights. One example is Lil Wayne, for he only stands at 5'5". We're not sure if it's the hair, but he evidently looks short.
He has been rapping since his teenage years, and he eventually made it big in the music industry during the late '90s. As of today, he is estimated to be worth a whopping $120 million. Sources say Lil Wayne will be releasing a new album called Funeral.
Tom Holland, 5'7"
Tom Holland is probably one of the most popular short actors in the Hollywood scene today. He is only 23 years old, but he has been raking in multi-million dollar paychecks thanks to his involvement in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
He also proves that short guys can get the girl too. Rumor has it that he and his on-screen partner Zendaya are actually an item in real life. Holland's next MCU film will be a Spider-Man sequel, but it will still be released in 2021. In 2020, he will star in new movies like Chaos Walking and The Devil All the Time.
Mark Wahlberg, 5'8"
We know this might be surprising, but yes, Mark Wahlberg is only 5'8". His short stature is never really obvious—not unless he stands beside someone way taller than him. He was blessed with proportionate body parts, so he can easily look tall when you see him in films.
He originally started out as a rapper, but it was acting that made him a rich guy. He has millions in his bank account today, but he has no plans on slowing down in his acting career. In fact, Wahlberg is producing and starring in upcoming movies like The Six Billion Dollar Man and Spenser Confidential.
Pete Wentz, 5'4"
Pete Wentz is best known for being a member of the rock band called Fall Out Boy. He always had this whole "cool guy" persona, and the fact that he was a rock star made no one care that he wasn't tall. Well, the photo above obviously shows his height of 5'4.
He didn't just limit himself to music over the years, for he also got into fashion, acting, and writing. His production company is called Bartskull Films, while his clothing company is named Clandestine Industries. Wentz still performs with Fall Out Boy, and their most recent release was Greatest Hits: Believers Never Die – Volume Two.
Scott Caan, 5'5"
Scott Caan is a 5'4" actor who is known by many for his role as Danny Williams in the show called Hawaii Five-0. He is actually a black belter in Brazilian jiu-jitsu. So, he can easily defend himself even if he is a short guy.
Prior to pursuing acting, he was into music, and he was one half of the hip-hop duo called The Whooliganz. Some of you might not have known this, but he's also an accomplished photographer. In fact, he already released a photography book in the past. Caan is estimated to be worth $16 million today.
Billy Joel, 5'5"
Billy Joel is a talented singer and pianist who stands at 5'5". As you can see above, he looks super small when he stands beside tall guys. We don't really think his height affects him because he's busy enjoying his success. He currently possesses a whopping $225 million fortune.
He became a big name in the music scene during the '70s, and even if he's already 70 years old, he doesn't plan to enter retirement just yet. He has several concerts around the United States planned for the first quarter of 2020, and you guys just need to visit his website to score tickets.