This Is Us is one of the most popular and critically acclaimed television shows of recent years. The drama follows the lives of the Pearson family, and its talented cast has captured the hearts of audiences worldwide with its relatable and emotional storytelling.
While we’ve grown to love the Pearson family on screen, it can be easy to forget what the actors behind the roles look like and how tall they are.
The ‘This Is Us’ cast members Niles Finch, Sterling K. Brown, Mandy Moore, Susan Kelechi Watson, and Chris Sullivan at the Emmy Award Contenders Annual Nominees Night, Beverly Hills, September 2019 (Credit: Kathy Hutchins / Shutterstock)
If you’re wondering about the height of the stars who have brought the story to life in a sympathetic and immensely compelling way, we’ve got you covered.
Let’s look closer at the talented individuals who brought the Pearsons to life on our screens and showcase what they look like outside the show.
Mandy Moore as Rebecca Pearson – The Heart of the Pearson Family
Rebecca Pearson, the matriarch of the Pearson family, has worked tirelessly to bring her relatives closer, although her dreams of becoming a well-known singer were never realized.
Mandy Moore stars as Rebecca Pearson in the NBC drama “This Is Us,” portraying her at various ages, and received a Golden Globe nomination for her role (Credit: NBC)
Mandy Moore portrayed Rebecca at different stages of her life, including present-day, pregnant, and pre-Jack Rebecca, when the focus was on her finding a spouse.
The Candy singer has established herself as a remarkable artist in music and acting. In 2002, she won an MTV Movie Award for her debut performance in A Walk to Remember.
The 40-year-old star is blissfully married to Taylor Goldsmith, a musician for the indie group Dawes. After more than two years of dating, they married in November 2018. Mandy announced on Instagram in February 2021 that the couple had given birth to a son, August “Gus” Harrison. Their second son, Oscar “Ozzie” Bennett Goldsmith, was born on October 21, 2022.
Mandy Moore attended the 2nd Annual HCA TV Awards in Beverly Hills on August 13, 2022, dressed in a stunning floral-print caped dress from Rodarte’s Fall 2022 Ready-to-Wear collection.
Mandy Moore displayed her style in a black silk dress with elegant floral patterns and caped sleeves at the 2nd Annual HCA TV Awards: Broadcast & Cable at The Beverly Hilton on August 13, 2022, in Beverly Hills, California (Credit: Faye’s Vision / Cover Images)
The dress featured a mock turtle neckline and a graceful cape detail across the shoulder and was paired with black Gianvito Rossi Bijoux 105 leather sandals and simple rings.
Kevin Michael Erikson styled Moore for the event, where she was honored with the Virtuoso Award, which recognizes her outstanding career as an actress. In her acceptance speech, she expressed gratitude and disbelief at receiving the award.
Milo Ventimiglia as Jack Pearson – The Beloved Patriarch
Milo Ventimiglia starred as Jack Pearson, one of TV’s most adored fathers. To become the wonderful family man we witnessed until his untimely passing in season two, he survived an awful, abusive father and his alcohol problems.
Standing at the height of 5ft 8 ½ (174 cm), in a 2016 interview, he was quoted as saying, “In Hollywood, usually people are pretty matched up. But Jared [Padalecki] is 6-foot-4, I’m 5-foot-10”.
However, in an earlier AOL chat, he mentioned his height as “I don’t know. I am 5’9″.”
In the fall of 2016, Milo Ventimiglia began his role as Jack Pearson, the patriarch of a middle-class family in 1980s/1990s America, in the highly praised NBC period drama series “This Is Us,” opposite Mandy Moore (Credit: NBC)
“I work out, I run and tend to get stiff; yoga stretches me out. I’m 5ft 9in and think, ‘Five eleven would be nice – just two more inches!’ I think yoga adds one-and-a-half,” he told Daily Mail about his height.
The 46-year-old American actor made his television acting debut in 1995 on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, played the main character in the short series Opposite Sex in 2000, and then landed his breakout performance as Jess Mariano on Gilmore Girls the following year.
Milo Ventimiglia married Jarah Mariano in a private ceremony in 2023. The couple, who started dating rumors in 2022, held a small wedding attended by family and close friends. Ventimiglia, who has always been private about his personal life, has strived to stay “invisible” in his personal life to keep the focus on his characters and acting.
Milo Ventimiglia attended the 2nd Annual HCA TV Awards in Beverly Hills on August 13, 2022, dressed in a stylish all-black suit paired with a dark-colored dress shirt (Credit: Faye’s Vision / Cover Images)
The 5ft 8 ½ in (174 cm) tall actor previously dated some of his previous co-stars, including Hayden Panettiere (Heroes) and Alexis Bledel (Gilmore Girls). His last romance was with Encanto star Diane Guerrero.
Jon Huertas as Miguel Rivas – From Best Friend to Husband
Before he met Rebecca, Miguel Rivas had been Jack Pearson’s closest buddy. Rebecca reunited with Miguel after Jack’s passing, and the two married.
Jon Huertas joined the cast of “This Is Us” in 2016 and has played Miguel, who was aged and eventually married to Rebecca, played by Mandy Moore, since the first season (Credit: NBC)
Primetime television is nothing new to Jon Huertas. He has appeared in episodes of NCIS, Elementary, Sabrina the Teenage Witch, Crossing Jordan, and Beverly Hills, 90210.
Before his given role on This Is Us, Jon Huertas was a mainstay on ABC’s Castle.
Jon Huertas attends the 2022 Imogen Awards at LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes on October 02, 2022, in Los Angeles, California (Credit: Xavier Collin / ABACA / INSTARimages / Cover Images)
Jon Huertas portrayed Miguel, Rebecca’s second husband in the television show. In real life, he married Nicole Bordges, his longtime girlfriend, on May 4, 2014, in Tulum, Mexico, albeit they have not yet begun a family.
Sterling K. Brown as Randall Pearson – The Resilient Adopted Son
Neglected at birth, Randall eventually found a loving adoptive home with the Pearson family. As a grownup, he developed into a dedicated, generous, and humorous person.
He learned a lot from his father, Jack, about treating his wife, Beth, and his biological and foster girls with respect and being a wonderful father and husband.
Sterling K. Brown garnered recognition for his stellar performance as Randall Pearson on “This Is Us” (Credit: NBC)
Renowned for Army Wives and his award-winning performance in The People v. O. J. Simpson: American Crime Story, Sterling K. Brown was undoubtedly This Is Us’s blockbuster star.
His role as Randall Pearson received numerous honors from Hollywood, including a Golden Globe, a Primetime Emmy, a Screen Actors Guild, and a Critics’ Choice Television Award.
Sterling K. Brown attended the 2nd Annual Academy Museum Gala held at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles, California, on October 16, 2022 (Credit: Axelle Woussen / BauerGriffin / INST / Cover Images)
Since 2007, Sterling has been with the 47-year-old actress Ryan Michelle Bathe. The two fell in love while attending college and are now the proud parents of two kids, Andrew Jason Sterling, age 13, and Amaré Michael Ryan Christian, age 8.
Ryan accompanied Sterling on This is Us, taking on the role of Yvette, the mom of a friend of young Randall.
Ryan Michelle Bathe cozying up to Sterling K. Brown during the 2nd Annual Academy Museum Gala (Credit: Axelle Woussen / BauerGriffin / INST / Cover Images)
Ron Cephas Jones as William Hill – A Father Reunited
William Hill became a significant member of a new family after his biological son, Randall, located him and invited him to live in his home.
Ron Cephas Jones portrayed William Hill, the biological father of Randall Pearson, on “This Is Us” (Credit: NBC)
Ron Cephas Jones passed away on August 19, 2023, at 66. His manager confirmed that the cause of death was a long-standing pulmonary issue; Jones had undergone a double lung transplant in 2020 due to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
Jones was significantly involved in theater throughout his career, earning accolades like a Drama Desk Award and a Tony Award nomination. He also appeared in films such as “Half Nelson” and “Dolemite Is My Name.”
Ron Cephas Jones at the Truth Be Told premiere held at the Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Los Angeles, California, on November 11, 2019 (Credit: Famous / ACE PICTURES / INSTARimages)
Jones leaves behind a daughter, actress Jasmine Cephas Jones, whose mother is British jazz vocalist Kim Lesley. Born on July 21, 1989, in Brooklyn, New York City, Jasmine Cephas Jones is known for her work in the stage musical “Hamilton” and the show “#freerayshawn.”
Justin Hartley as Kevin Pearson – The Struggling Actor
Justin Hartley portrayed the oldest son of Jack and Rebecca. Kevin Pearson, often known as The Manny, was the most complicated part of The Big Three to love, but his humorous nature helped compensate for it in some ways.
Justin Hartley plays Kevin Pearson, who starts the series as the lead in a long-running sitcom entitled The Manny before quitting and pursuing his dream of becoming a serious actor (Credit: NBC)
The 47-year-old actor has a long list of credits, including playing Fox Crane on the NBC daytime opera Passions, Oliver Queen on The CW’s Smallville, and Adam Newman on CBS’s The Young and the Restless, for which he was nominated for a Daytime Emmy.
He has formerly married two fellow soap opera artists: Lindsay Korman-Hartley, 46, and Chrishell Stause, 42.
Justin Hartley and Sofia Pernas’ relationship blossomed after Hartley’s separation from Chrishell Stause. The couple had met years earlier on set, but their romance began after Hartley filed for divorce from Stause in November 2019. He married his The Young and the Restless co-star Sofia Pernas in March 2021.
Sofia Pernas and Justin Hartley at the 2nd Annual HCA TV Awards: Broadcast & Cable held at The Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, California on August 13, 2022 (Credit: Faye’s Vision / Cover Images)
Caitlin Thompson as Madison Simons – Kevin’s Fiancée and Kate’s Best Friend
Caitlin Thompson portrayed Madison Simons, Kevin Pearson’s fiancée and the mom of their twins. She was also Kate Pearson’s closest friend and ceremonial maid of honor when the latter walked down the aisle to marry Toby.
Caitlin Thompson plays Madison Simons, a member of Toby and Kate’s support group, who eventually becomes a mother of twins and Kevin’s fiancée (Credit: NBC)
Caitlin Thompson is an actress and writer best known for her work on This Is Us, Christmas Perfection, and 90210.
In “This Is Us,” her character Madison never ends up with Kevin, reflecting an interesting contrast to Caitlin’s personal life, where she is happily married to Dan Fogelman, the show’s screenwriter and director. They tied the knot on June 13, 2015, and welcomed their first child, Benjamin, in 2020.
Caitlin Thompson stuns in a vibrant green strapless gown with a dramatic bow detail at the 27th Annual Critics Choice Awards in Los Angeles, California on March 13, 2022 (Credit: Media Punch / INSTARimages)
After season two ended, Dan tweeted, “If you thought I was letting her sleep with @justinhartley on national television you’re nuts.”
Chrissy Metz as Kate Pearson – Overcoming Self-Doubt and Bullying
Kate Emily Pearson was Rebecca and Jack Pearson’s only daughter. Since her supposed friends bullied her as a child, Kate struggled with her food patterns and self-image.
Chrissy Metz stars as Kate Pearson, who has always struggled with self-esteem and body image issues (Credit: NBC)
Chrissy Metz spent years doing auditions on the side while working as an agent before This Is Us. In 2014, she was cast as Ima Wiggles in American Horror Story: Freak Show. In 2017, Chrissy Metz received her first Golden Globe nomination for Best Supporting Actress, recognizing her outstanding performance in “This Is Us.”
The 43-year-old actress was previously married to British journalist Martyn Eaden. They met through an online dating site in 2006 and married soon after. Unfortunately, the marriage did not last, and they separated in 2013. Their divorce was finalized in 2015.
The Christian celebrity was in a romantic relationship with Bradley Collins, a musician she met on another dating app, Bumble, during the pandemic. However, they split in October 2023 after nearly four years of dating. Known for her incredible weight loss, she is 5 feet and 4 inches (162.6 centimeters) tall.
Chrissy Metz shines in a vibrant magenta pleated dress paired with bold red sandals at PaleyFest LA in Los Angeles, California, on April 2, 2022 (Credit: Collin Xavier / Image Press Agency)
Chris Sullivan as Toby Damon – Kate’s Supportive Husband
Chris Sullivan portrays Toby Damon as a warm and generous character known for his grand romantic gestures toward Kate, his wife. He consistently brings humor and joy into their relationship.
For this role, Sullivan wore a fat suit to embody the physicality of his character, Toby, who is depicted as struggling with weight issues throughout the series.
Chris Sullivan plays Toby Damon, who begins a relationship with Kate after meeting at a weight-loss support group (Credit: NBC)
The 43-year-old actor appeared on various shows before joining KaToby, including The Americans, where he portrayed an assassin, and Peter Pan Live!, where he played Noodler.
You may have also watched Chris in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, where he portrayed Taserface and Benny in the initial season of Netflix’s Stranger Things.
Chris Sullivan was difficult to miss in his multicolored suit at the “This Is Us” presentation during PaleyFest LA in Los Angeles, California, on April 2, 2022 (Credit: Collin Xavier / Image Press Agency)
Since 2011, he has been blissfully married to Rachel Reichard, a short film producer. Their first child, Bear Maxwell, was born in July 2020.
Susan Kelechi Watson as Beth Pearson – The Backbone of the Pearson Family
Beth Pearson was a capable, calm, and competent woman. One of the show’s most resilient figures, she has helped Randall through two mental health episodes, his choice to resign from his work, and his quest to become a foster parent.
Susan Kelechi Watson stars as Beth Pearson – Randall’s wife and a true pillar in his life (Credit: NBC)
Susan Kelechi Watson graduated from the Tisch School of the Arts Graduate Acting Program. The 42-year-old actress portrayed Louis C.K.’s ex-wife in FX’s Louie before landing the part of Beth in This Is Us.
She also had more minor appearances in episodes of The Blacklist, NCIS, Veep, The Good Wife, and Law & Order. The actress is now single but was previously engaged to Law & Order and Blue Bloods star Jaime Lincoln Smith.
Susan Kelechi Watson commands attention in a stunning sheer black gown with intricate gold embroidery and ruffled details at the Black Panther: Wakanda Forever premiere in London, England, on November 3, 2022 (Credit: Suzan Moore / PA Images / INSTARimag / Cover Images)
Eris Baker as Tess Pearson – Randall and Beth’s Strong-Willed Daughter
Tess, the daughter of Randall and Beth, accidentally caught a ride with her intoxicated uncle Kevin, had to get used to having an older foster sister, and went on to become a social worker in season two of This Is Us.
She frequently appeared on TV alongside Annie, her younger sister.
Eris Baker delivers a heartfelt performance as Tess Pearson in This Is Us, capturing the emotional complexities of growing up in a loving yet complicated family (Credit: NBC)
Eris Baker debuted on the program at ten and was sixteen when its sixth and final season came. She received a nod for the 53rd NAACP Image Awards Outstanding Performance by a Youth award.
The 18-year-old actress, who co-starred with Zendaya in Disney Channel’s K.C. Undercover, juggled both projects until the beginning of 2018. Also, Eris appeared as a guest star on episodes of Drunk History and Alexa & Katie on Netflix.
Eris Baker makes a bold statement in a black blazer dress with oversized pink lapels and vibrant multicolored sneakers at Entertainment Weekly’s Pre-SAG Awards Party in West Hollywood, California, on January 18, 2020 (Credit: Media Punch / INSTARimages)
Faithe Herman as Annie Pearson – The Youngest Pearson Daughter
As the youngest daughter of Randall and Beth, adorable Annie Pearson stole several scenes in the television series This Is Us. Faithe’s Annie was a delight to watch because she was one of the few people on the drama series with clever one-liners.
Faithe Herman as Annie Pearson, the youngest daughter of Randall and Beth, volunteers at a community event in This Is Us, showcasing her character’s caring nature and strong family values (Credit: NBC)
Although Faithe Herman is only launching her acting career, the child star received two Screen Actors Guild Awards in 2018 and 2019 for participating in This Is Us in the Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series category.
You can see the 16-year-old budding star in Shazam!, a movie about a superhero from DC Comics. Faithe portrayed Darla, one of Billy’s (Shazam’s) adoptive sisters.
Faithe Herman looks chic in a black tiered dress paired with silver strappy heels at the premiere of Netflix’s The School for Good and Evil at Regency Village Theatre in Los Angeles, California on October 18, 2022 (Credit: Faye’s Vision / Cover Images)
The cast of This Is Us is incredibly talented and versatile on and off the screen. These actors consistently impress and captivate audiences, from their performances on the hit show to their various other projects and endeavors. We’re eagerly anticipating their next move!