How Surprisingly Short Are These Favorite Hollywood Men?

Published on 11/23/2020
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Al Pacino – 5 feet 7 inches

Al Pacino has had a promising career over the years, best known for his acting talents and Mafia boss’ roles. But his stature almost lost the legendary part of the Godfather for him. The cast of the film was brought together at the Tribeca Film Festival in 2017. Initially, Paramount producers disclosed that Vito Corleone was “too short” for the role. At first, they wanted someone like Robert Redford. The choice of Pacino was fine for Francis Ford Coppola.

Al Pacino – 5 Feet 7 Inches

Al Pacino – 5 Feet 7 Inches

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James McAvoy – 5 feet 7 inches

When James McAvoy was interviewed by the Los Angeles Times, the actor was modest about his role as the leading guy. “I’m 5-foot-7, and I’ve got pasty white skin,” he explained. “I don’t think I’m ugly, don’t get me wrong, but Brad Pitt guy, I’m not your classic lead man.” This interview was conducted in 2007 when he was involved with a romantic war drama against Atonement called Keira Knightley. In a film called Split > In recent ventures, he demonstrated his acting chops.

James McAvoy – 5 Feet 7 Inches

James McAvoy – 5 Feet 7 Inches

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