Unfortunately for Kevin Hart, his height is a hot topic of conversation among, well, pretty much everyone. His height has been searched on Google millions of times.
In an April 2024 interview on CBS’ 60 Minutes with Anderson Cooper, Kevin Hart addressed exaggerated reports about his height. While GQ listed him at 5’5″ and The Los Angeles Times at 5’4″, Hart clarified that he stands at 5’5″ with sneakers and can reach 5’5.5″ with boots.
“GQ said you’re 5’5″, the L.A. Times says you’re 5’4″, and some other place said you were 5’2″,” Anderson Cooper says to comedian Kevin Hart, who tries to set the record straight. https://t.co/eosLqauiY2 pic.twitter.com/uh7BPaP2XX
— 60 Minutes (@60Minutes) April 21, 2024
Hart, who often incorporates jokes about his height in his stand-up routines, explained that his comedy is about embracing insecurities and sharing relatable experiences.
It’s talking about the things that you aren’t afraid to laugh at about yourself,” he said. “I’m really confident that the laugh that I’m getting, you’re not laughing necessarily at me as if I’m a joke. You’re laughing at the experience. I’m giving you an experience through a story that is relatable. And more importantly, I’m saying things that other people just don’t have the heart to say.
So, are there disadvantages to his height? How has it affected his career, and how does he feel about it? We’ll dive into all that and more in this article.
Kevin Hart’s Height and How It Has Affected Him
While he claims to be taller, Kevin Hart’s actual height is believed to be 5’2 ½ (158.8 cm), and he gets a lot of grief for it. He is much shorter than many of his male counterparts in the film industry. And as far as celebrities go, it’s no secret that fans usually rave about tall, muscular actors.
Kevin admits that when he was younger, he was bullied because of how short he was, and because of this, he supports anti-bullying messages and movements.
Kevin Hart and his wife, Eniko Parrish, showcase their stylish black outfits at the Jumanji: The Next Level premiere, with their noticeable height difference adding to their striking red carpet presence (Credit: Avalon / WENN)
When he appeared on Oprah, he stated he made fun of himself and his height so that other kids wouldn’t do it first.
But he also said, “I don’t believe in doing things to manufacture my body to appeal to what I think people might like. This is it. This is what I was given. This is my playing cards. If we were playing poker, I’ve got to make this hand work. This is it for me. And this is what I’m going to ride out. So how do you not embrace it? You get one life. One. You get one life. I’m going to embrace mine.”
Kevin Hart’s Height in Comparison to Average American Men
According to the CDC, the average height of men in the United States is about 5’9. Many people think that tall people are more successful and tend to have more self-confidence.
The average height also differs by race. While white and black men average around 5’9, Asian and Hispanic men average about 5’7.
Short actors Jack Black and Kevin Hart posing with their tall Jumanji co-stars Dwayne Johnson and Karen Gillan (Credit: Avalon / WENN)
The Role of Height in Kevin Hart’s Career Success
It might seem odd that a person’s height could affect their career, but for Kevin Hart, his successful acting jobs, raw talent, and knack for comedy all come second to the discussion over how “short” he is.
It’s interesting how much value people place on height, even though it’s something beyond anyone’s control. Sure, one can control one’s confidence level, how hard one works for one’s career, or what one is passionate about, but sometimes, people choose not to focus on any of those things.
Kevin Hart stands out in his casual sweater as he poses with his much taller The Upside co-star Bryan Cranston and director Neil Burger, highlighting their noticeable height difference (Credit: FayesVision / WENN)
Generally, those who tear someone down for something as trivial as their height are insecure in their own ways (possibly even about their height).
Some think he deserves it because of his controversial past of homophobic comments on Twitter that resurfaced. Because of these tweets, he stepped down from hosting the 2019 Oscars.
Of course, he faced a lot of backlash for his remarks, so maybe instead of bringing up the specific things he’s said in the past, people talk about the one thing he can’t change – his height.
Kevin Hart rocks a vibrant teal suit paired with casual white sneakers, adding a fresh and stylish flair to his look at the Spike Guys’ Choice Awards (Credit: Brian To / WENN)
Thankfully, he’s admitted to his fault and states he is now extremely aware of what he says and the type of content he performs as a comedian. He states he’s learned and evolved from his past mistakes.
Kevin also talks about his height…frequently. Granted, he’s a wealthy comedian, and it’s an easy target to joke about himself, but it also makes it seem like he’s encouraging other people to joke about it.
It could be his defense mechanism, or he really doesn’t care what people think. However, he has used it to his advantage at times. For example, his first comedy tours included acts like “I’m a Grown Little Man” and “Laugh at My Pain.”
Kevin proves that your height doesn’t have to define you or your success.
Kevin Hart’s Height Compared to His Ex-Wife and Current Wife
Kevin’s ex-wife, Torrei Hart, is also a comedian and actress. She’s 5’2 but looks much taller than Kevin when wearing high heels.
Kevin Hart and his wife, Eniko Parrish, turn heads on the red carpet, with Eniko stunning in a sleek black high-slit dress and Kevin complementing her look in a sharp double-breasted suit (Credit: PNP / WENN)
His current wife and model, Eniko Parrish, is 5’7 “taller than him. Kevin states that their height difference doesn’t affect their love for one another.
Torrei Hart shows off her feet and boosts her height with high heels (Credit: PNP / WENN)
He exudes self-confidence, says he loves who he is, and frequently tells his wife how sexy he is. Instead of conforming to society’s standards, Kevin stays true to himself.
The Advantages of Being Short: Kevin Hart’s Perspective
In an interview with Dwayne Johnson (who’s 6’5), Kevin states the following comedic advantages of being less than average height:
1. Tall people are stupid. We rock. Little guys rock. Little men rock.
2. The best thing about being small? Good clothes.
3. There’s nothing that comes with being tall. Little guys rock.
He also reveals how he manages to get a good seat at the movie theater. “How do I get a good view at the cinema? When I do go to a theater, honestly, me and my wife love to go to like the 11:30 or 12 o’clock showing.”
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and Kevin Hart steal the spotlight at the Jumanji: The Next Level premiere, with Dwayne making a bold statement in a hot pink blazer and Kevin keeping it sleek in a tailored black suit (Credit: Avalon / WENN)
“Nine times out of ten on a Tuesday or a Wednesday you have a very good shot at having a light theater and that way you get the pick of the litter from seats, no heads in front of you,” he added.
When asked what he would do if he woke up in Dwayne Johnson’s body with a height of 6’5, Kevin states, “Pray to God to get back to myself. I don’t want this.”
Kevin Hart was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on October 10, 2016, in recognition of his contributions to the entertainment industry. By that time, Hart had become one of the most successful comedians and actors in Hollywood, with a string of box-office hits like Ride Along, Central Intelligence, and his stand-up specials.
Kevin Hart Honored at the Hollywood Walk of Fame Ceremony
Halle Berry may be a global superstar, but she doesn’t forget her friends. In October 2016, the actress made time in her busy schedule to appear at her co-star Kevin Hart’s star unveiling at the Hollywood Walk of Fame, albeit taking a very low-key role in the event.
Halle Berry shines at Kevin Hart’s Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony, wearing a natural glam look that highlights her timeless beauty (Credit: FayesVision / WENN)
The Catwoman actress was all smiles as she arrived in Hollywood to honor her dear friend. They collaborated in Kevin Hart: What Now?, a 2016 stand-up comedy concert film where Halle made a special appearance as Money Berry.
Halle Berry is a special guest as comedian Kevin Hart is honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in Hollywood on October 10, 2016 (Credit: FayesVision / WENN)
Halle appeared in a cape-sleeved off-shoulder mini dress from KaufmanFranco, which showed off the then-50-year-old’s impressive figure.
Halle Berry is a show-stopper in the sexy Tamara Mellon “Pistol” pumps (Credit: FayesVision / WENN)
The actress added flair to her outfit with sexy Tamara Mellon “Pistol” heels. The shoes are classic Mary Jane pumps with a twist, featuring a sleeker silhouette and two additional straps.
Halle Berry poses with her much shorter friend and co-star Kevin Hart (Credit: FayesVision / WENN)
Halle, who was promoting “What Now?” with Kevin Hart, was not asked to give a speech but appeared as a spectator anyway.
Hilariously, Kevin stood up Halle just the day before his star was unveiled, prompting the actress to post a suggestive photo on Instagram.
Halle posts a suggestive photo on Instagram after being stood up by Kevin Hart (Credit: Instagram / Halle Berry)
Her caption read, “I guess stand-up comedian means you get stood up by a comedian? Just waiting on Kevin. This begs the question… #WHATNOWKEVIN!?!?”