How tall were people from history? Page 8

Page 8 of 17: Malcolm X to Amanda Blake. 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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Malcolm X

6 ft 3 in (190.5 cm)

Malcolm X is commonly listed at 6 ft 3 in (190.5 cm).

Born 1925 · 1900–1949

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Reg Park

6 ft 1 in (185.4 cm)

Reg Park is commonly listed at 6 ft 1 in (185.4 cm).

Born 1928 · 1900–1949

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