Burt Reynolds was generally reported to be about 5 feet 11 inches tall, or roughly 180 centimeters.

Reported height

Most biographical sources and fan discussions list Burt Reynolds’ height as 5′11″ (180 cm) , placing him slightly above average height for an American man of his generation. A Reddit discussion comparing him to very tall co‑stars like James Arness in Gunsmoke also describes Reynolds as “a respectable 5'11",” which aligns with these figures.

Why some sources say 6'1″–6'2″

Some modern blog-style articles and trivia pages describe Reynolds as tall as 6′2″ (188 cm), emphasizing a more towering screen presence. These higher numbers likely reflect a mix of:

  • Rounding up for star image and marketing.
  • How he looked on screen next to shorter co‑stars, which could make him seem taller than 5′11″.

Best-supported estimate

Considering:

  • Biographical profiles that give 5′11″.
  • A video breakdown stating he was “approximately 5 ft 11 in.”
  • Fan discussions that match this figure.

The most consistent and well-supported answer is that Burt Reynolds was about 5′11″ (180 cm) at his peak height.

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