How tall were people from history? Page 11

Page 11 of 17: John Madden to Vicente Fernández. Rulers, presidents, athletes and stars who have died, with the height each is recorded at. Filter by the years they were born.

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John Gotti

5 ft 10 in (178 cm)

John Gotti is commonly listed at 5 ft 10 in (178 cm).

Born 1940 · 1900–1949

Pelé

5 ft 8 in (173 cm)

Pelé is commonly listed at 5 ft 8 in (173 cm).

Born 1940 · 1900–1949

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