These 20 Female Celebrities Are Way Shorter Than People Expect

When you’re watching TV shows and movies, it’s difficult to know the stars’ actual heights. There’s something about seeing someone on screen that makes them seem like they’re extremely tall. If you’re lucky enough to spot these famous women in person, you may be surprised to see just how short some of them are without movie magic!

1. Kim Kardashian (5’2”)

Kim’s appearance on Keeping Up with the Kardashians started her, and her mother’s, orchestrated plot to gain and retain the interest of the American audience. The show ran from 2007-2021, and by its end, Kim now has more than 100 million Instagram followers.

2. Scarlett Johansson (5’3”)

From 2014 to 2016 Scarlett was among the highest-paid actors and was the first woman to be named “Sexiest Woman Alive” by Esquire Magazine — so she has a lot going for her. She earned her status from exceptional performances in movies like Lost in Translation and Marriage Story.

3. Natalie Portman (5’3”)

Natalie’s career began when she was cast in Léon the Professional at 12. Since then, her acting resume has been filled with a variety of parts from the disturbed ballerina in Black Swan to a grieving scientist in Annihilation.

4. Salma Hayek (5’2”)

Salma’s acting career started when she worked on telenovelas in Mexico. She made the transition to Hollywood movies and evening founded her own production company. Though she’s short, she doesn’t let that worry her. “I act tall! But look how short I am,” she said.