How tall was Queen Elizabeth II? Her Majesty was the shortest yet mightiest monarch to reign for 70 years
| Full Name | Elizabeth Alexandra Mary |
| Age | 96 (at the time of death) |
| Date of Birth | April 21, 1926 |
| Place of Birth | Mayfair, London |
| Date of Death | September 8, 2022 |
| Height | 5 ft 4 in (163 cm /1.63 m) |
| Eye Color | Blue |
| Hair Color | Grey |
| Net Worth | $500 million |
| Parents | Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother, George VI |
| Spouse | Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh |
| Children | King Charles III, Anne, Princess Royal, Prince Edward, Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Andrew, Duke of York |
| Grandchildren | Peter Phillips and Zara Tindall, Prince William and Prince Harry, Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie, Lady Louise Windsor and James, Viscount Severn |
| Reign | February 6, 1952 – September 8, 2022 |
LONDON, UNITED KINGDON: Queen Elizabeth II, who ruled the British Empire for 70 years, was not particularly tall despite her significant influence within the royal family. She was reportedly 5 feet 4 inches (163 cm/1.63 m) tall, according to Pure Wow.
However, several other sources, including Metro and Evening Standard, estimated the Queen's height to be 5 feet 3 inches at the time of her death on September 8, 2022.
The longest-reigning and longest-living monarch, albeit little in stature, was a towering figure in the annals of British history. She ascended to the throne in 1952 after the death of her father, King George VI.
Her coronation as the Queen of the United Kingdom took place on June 2, 1953, in a grand ceremony that captivated millions worldwide.
Throughout her reign, Queen Elizabeth engaged with numerous global leaders, hosted innumerable state dinners, and embarked on extensive travels. Her presence was always impactful, not due to her physical size, but because of her unwavering commitment to her role and her nation.
Queen Elizabeth's height compared to the Queen Mother
Queen Elizabeth was 5 feet 3 inches at the time of her death, while the Queen Mother was estimated to be 5 feet 2 inches.
The Queen, however, was a bit taller at her coronation in 1953, measuring 5 feet 4 inches, as per Evening Standard. As per Premier Health, it is common for women to lose roughly two inches between the ages of 30 and 70.
How tall was Prince Philip?
Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh and the husband of Queen Elizabeth II was a towering figure, standing at an impressive height of 6 feet (183 cm/ 1.83 m), as per various sources including Famous People and Metro. His stature was notably taller than that of his wife.
Who is the tallest member of the royal family?
King Charles III's estimated height is 5 feet 10 inches (177 cm/1.77 m). Queen Camilla is reported to stand at a height of approximately 5 feet 8 inches (173 cm/1.73 m), while Princess Anne, the only daughter of the late Queen and Prince Philip, is believed to be 5 feet 6 inches (168 cm/1.68 m) tall, as per Metro.
Princes Andrew and Edward are both said to be 6 feet tall, while Prince Harry is said to be 6 feet 1 inch in height. However, it is Prince William who reportedly towers over the rest of the royal family, standing tall at 6 feet 2 ¾ inches (1.90 m/191 cm).
Who is the tallest royal woman?
Catherine, the Princess of Wales, is among the tallest women in the royal family, standing at 5 feet 9 inches (175 cm/ 1.75 m). Close on her heels is Queen Consort Camilla, who measures 5 feet 8 inches (173 cm/ 1.73m) in height.
Also, Princess Diana, who died in 1997, was characterized as an exquisite and tall woman, standing at 5 feet 10 inches (177 cm or 1.77 m)
Queen Elizabeth’s only daughter, Princess Anne, and Meghan Markle share the same height of 5 feet 6 inches (168 cm/1.68 m).
Meanwhile, Princesses Eugenie and Beatrice, both have inherited their grandmother’s stature, standing at 5 feet 5 inches (165.1 cms/1.651 m) and 5 feet 4 inches, respectively.
Queen Elizabeth II's height compared to Queen Victoria
Queen Victoria was significantly shorter, with her height being around 4 feet 11 inches (around 150 cm / 1.50 m). This makes Queen Elizabeth II taller than her.
In 1846, a visitor from America who attended a reception of Queen Victoria in London described her as a "charming, lady-like petite woman” with a height that "does not exceed five feet," as per History Extra.