Evander Holyfield's Height
6ft 1 ¼ (186.1 cm)
American Boxer, former Heavyweight Champion of the World. He has been described various heights between 6ft 1 to 6ft 2.5 through his career, he said himself in 1998 "I'm 6-foot-2".
5ft 8 Rob and Evander @ Autographica 2013
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Average Guess (144 Votes)
6ft 1.15in (185.8cm)
6ft 1.15in (185.8cm)
Canson said on 1/Oct/24
He was on FPOBA and looked similar to will smith. Didnt see footwear
He was on FPOBA and looked similar to will smith. Didnt see footwear
Hicars said on 25/Sep/24
6'1-6'2
6'1-6'2
Shane Gray said on 10/Jun/23
Was listed at 6'2 1/2" for a lot of fights. Either a shoe measurement or they added an inch + to his barefoot measurement.
Was listed at 6'2 1/2" for a lot of fights. Either a shoe measurement or they added an inch + to his barefoot measurement.
Sandy Cowell said on 29/Apr/23
Without even checking out his notes, I took one look at him and thought he looks like a boxer!
I loved watching boxing matches with my Dad. We simply couldn’t stop ourselves from laughing! 🤣🥊
6ft1.25.
Without even checking out his notes, I took one look at him and thought he looks like a boxer!
I loved watching boxing matches with my Dad. We simply couldn’t stop ourselves from laughing! 🤣🥊
6ft1.25.
QM6'1.75"QM said on 28/Apr/23
Looks a bit shorter than Mark Gatiss, but slouch posture. So 6'1-1.25" range standing tall is possible.
Looks a bit shorter than Mark Gatiss, but slouch posture. So 6'1-1.25" range standing tall is possible.
Jawilder said on 7/Apr/23
6’1.25
6’1.25
RoyzDaBoi said on 4/Apr/23
Strong 6'1 for Holyfield. Maybe just about 6'2 in his prime, the late 80s early 90s. The greatest Cruiserweight there's ever been with Usyk a close 2nd. Usyk vs Holyfield would have been amazing! (if they were both of the same era obviously).
Strong 6'1 for Holyfield. Maybe just about 6'2 in his prime, the late 80s early 90s. The greatest Cruiserweight there's ever been with Usyk a close 2nd. Usyk vs Holyfield would have been amazing! (if they were both of the same era obviously).
Ben - 186cm said on 6/Feb/23
He always seemed to look over 3 inches taller than Mike Tyson — who was a solid 5’10 in his prime — so I think 6’1.5 at peak is fair for Holyfield.
He always seemed to look over 3 inches taller than Mike Tyson — who was a solid 5’10 in his prime — so I think 6’1.5 at peak is fair for Holyfield.
Darksol64 said on 29/Jan/23
Looks strong 6'1 with Rob so he definitely peaked 6'1.25 or taller.
@Canson: He looks huge next to Tyson in that picture you posted, although I think Holyfield has a pretty big camera advantage making him look and inch or so taller than he really is.
Looks strong 6'1 with Rob so he definitely peaked 6'1.25 or taller.
@Canson: He looks huge next to Tyson in that picture you posted, although I think Holyfield has a pretty big camera advantage making him look and inch or so taller than he really is.
Crypto139 said on 1/Dec/22
How tall would you say he is today? Think he has loss a bit by now?
Editor Rob
How tall would you say he is today? Think he has loss a bit by now?
Editor RobHe still looks to be holding up reasonably well, we are talking a few mm if anything.
(Billythetreesurgeon) said on 21/Nov/22
Rob I think Alex is right, even if you both straightened up he will struggle to see over your head
Rob I think Alex is right, even if you both straightened up he will struggle to see over your head
Wehrmacht180 said on 15/Oct/22
185 cm
185 cm
Abdul-177DK said on 26/Sep/22
185 cm
185 cm
Canson said on 6/Sep/22
Peak 6’1.25 is possible
Peak 6’1.25 is possible
Alex 6'0 said on 4/Sep/22
Looks more 6'0.75 with rob
Looks more 6'0.75 with rob
Jordan87 said on 17/Aug/22
@ Celebheights 6'1.5,
I agree as far as he was fun to watch. Keep in Mind, Boxing , Being short is more a Disadvantage, than Advantage. Its not MMA where if you have a lower center of Gravity you are harder to wrestle. So to me, Shorter Boxers in their Divisions ( Frazier, Tyson, Holyfield- yes he was short for a heavyweight) always have more exciting fighting styles than the taller guys b/c they have to be more dynamic and fast to overcome their height disadvantage.
Frazier, Tyson, Holyfield are just some examples of HW fighters I thought were the most exciting in the ring. Lennox, Vlad, Vitali, Bowe, were all Great Fighters but not as enjoyable as the likes of Tyson, Frazier, Holyfield and Marciano.
Albeit, Marciano ( Who I love as a fighter) would get wrecked by the modern Big guys. His style was better for us viewers than lets say Joshua or Lennox, but both of them would end him within 4 or 5 Rounds.
@ Celebheights 6'1.5,
I agree as far as he was fun to watch. Keep in Mind, Boxing , Being short is more a Disadvantage, than Advantage. Its not MMA where if you have a lower center of Gravity you are harder to wrestle. So to me, Shorter Boxers in their Divisions ( Frazier, Tyson, Holyfield- yes he was short for a heavyweight) always have more exciting fighting styles than the taller guys b/c they have to be more dynamic and fast to overcome their height disadvantage.
Frazier, Tyson, Holyfield are just some examples of HW fighters I thought were the most exciting in the ring. Lennox, Vlad, Vitali, Bowe, were all Great Fighters but not as enjoyable as the likes of Tyson, Frazier, Holyfield and Marciano.
Albeit, Marciano ( Who I love as a fighter) would get wrecked by the modern Big guys. His style was better for us viewers than lets say Joshua or Lennox, but both of them would end him within 4 or 5 Rounds.
Rampage(-_-_-)Clover said on 4/Jul/22
He still looks 186cm
He still looks 186cm
Celebheights 6'1.5" said on 11/Feb/22
He had consistent hand speed, amazing endurance along with astonishing combination punches. It was fun watching him take out Iron Mike in a technical knockout. I watched a documentary showing the amount of dedication he tossed in to become a heavyweight boxer, and I must say it’s no surprise that he became a heavyweight champion.
He looks around 6’1” in the photo with Rob up above, which is exactly what I’d give him. I’m surprised by this, because I thought he’d be taller than I am. Still, I’d sacrifice several inches of my height to have his hook.
He had consistent hand speed, amazing endurance along with astonishing combination punches. It was fun watching him take out Iron Mike in a technical knockout. I watched a documentary showing the amount of dedication he tossed in to become a heavyweight boxer, and I must say it’s no surprise that he became a heavyweight champion.
He looks around 6’1” in the photo with Rob up above, which is exactly what I’d give him. I’m surprised by this, because I thought he’d be taller than I am. Still, I’d sacrifice several inches of my height to have his hook.
Celebheights 6'1.5" said on 11/Feb/22
“viper said on 10/Feb/22
Bo Jackson is a measured 6-0, so Evander is taller than him”
Was he really? Then Evander Holyfield definitely had less footwear while standing with Will Smith compared to Bo Jackson. Maybe Bo had heeled boots on.
“viper said on 10/Feb/22
Bo Jackson is a measured 6-0, so Evander is taller than him”
Was he really? Then Evander Holyfield definitely had less footwear while standing with Will Smith compared to Bo Jackson. Maybe Bo had heeled boots on.
viper said on 10/Feb/22
Bo Jackson is a measured 6-0, so Evander is taller than him
Bo Jackson is a measured 6-0, so Evander is taller than him
Celebheights 6'1.5" said on 9/Feb/22
I rewatched the episode from the Fresh Prince of Bel Air where Evander Holyfield stood by Will Smith, and I will agree that the latter was clearly taller by a bit. I think he’d appear similar to Bo Jackson, who also was edged out by Will Smith.
I rewatched the episode from the Fresh Prince of Bel Air where Evander Holyfield stood by Will Smith, and I will agree that the latter was clearly taller by a bit. I think he’d appear similar to Bo Jackson, who also was edged out by Will Smith.
Jordan87 said on 9/Feb/22
@ Ian Momo Blah Blah,
He looks 6'1" with Rob Buddy, Lets argue over the .25" or .5", I'm game ;)
If you feel the need to give him the extra .25".....that's cool, I wont though heh heh.
Holy is not leaning anymore than Rob.
@ Ian Momo Blah Blah,
He looks 6'1" with Rob Buddy, Lets argue over the .25" or .5", I'm game ;)
If you feel the need to give him the extra .25".....that's cool, I wont though heh heh.
Holy is not leaning anymore than Rob.
Ian Momo 'Questionable 5'10' said on 3/Feb/22
@Jordan87 ROb isn't leaning here, he look as listed, in his prime he may look 6'1,5 , but 6'1,25 is what he was measured back then so there's no question about it
@Jordan87 ROb isn't leaning here, he look as listed, in his prime he may look 6'1,5 , but 6'1,25 is what he was measured back then so there's no question about it
J.Blaze said on 10/Jan/22
I'd give Holyfield 6'1.5 peak. Hey Rob, how tall do you think Joe Louis was? I've heard anywhere between 6'1 to 6'2. Ever consider making a page for the Brown Bomber?
I'd give Holyfield 6'1.5 peak. Hey Rob, how tall do you think Joe Louis was? I've heard anywhere between 6'1 to 6'2. Ever consider making a page for the Brown Bomber?
Wehrmacht180 said on 21/Dec/21
185 cm
185 cm
Painrain said on 4/Nov/21
6'1.5ft
6'1.5ft
Gman42 said on 16/Oct/21
Guys, awhile back Rob was doing a height chart behind come pics with celebrities, including this one. Evander was dead nuts on 6'1, on that chart. He could easily be 6'1.25, just as Rob saw him.
6'1.25 is an official measurement for Evander, from early in his career, and a good and accurate one, imo.
Guys, awhile back Rob was doing a height chart behind come pics with celebrities, including this one. Evander was dead nuts on 6'1, on that chart. He could easily be 6'1.25, just as Rob saw him.
6'1.25 is an official measurement for Evander, from early in his career, and a good and accurate one, imo.
Jordan87 said on 13/Oct/21
@ Johno,
Rob is also leaning, look at the picture again.
@ Johno,
Rob is also leaning, look at the picture again.
recapa said on 7/Oct/21
185.5-186 peak,187.5-188 out of bed.
185.5-186 peak,187.5-188 out of bed.
Johno said on 28/Sep/21
He slightly hunched in the above picture but he could hit 6'1 if he were to straighten..
He slightly hunched in the above picture but he could hit 6'1 if he were to straighten..
Stalker China said on 21/Sep/21
man weak 6'1 with a questionable 5'11 Jake Paul, and Logan Paul just edged him. 6'0.5 now , 6'1,5 maybe back then
man weak 6'1 with a questionable 5'11 Jake Paul, and Logan Paul just edged him. 6'0.5 now , 6'1,5 maybe back then
Gman42 said on 10/Sep/21
To me he looked 2 inches taller than Vitor Belfort at the weigh-in today. So 6'1-ish still looks like a reasonable figure for him at age 58.
Holyfield looks incredible physically, btw.
To me he looked 2 inches taller than Vitor Belfort at the weigh-in today. So 6'1-ish still looks like a reasonable figure for him at age 58.
Holyfield looks incredible physically, btw.
Sjane6 said on 2/Jun/21
I remember him listed often as 6'2 1/2" for his fights, apparently using a shoe height and not rounding up to 6'3".
I remember him listed often as 6'2 1/2" for his fights, apparently using a shoe height and not rounding up to 6'3".
viper said on 22/May/21
Don't see any height loss for Tyson at all.
He looked 5-10 with 5-10.5 Roy Jones
Don't see any height loss for Tyson at all.
He looked 5-10 with 5-10.5 Roy Jones
Canson said on 19/May/21
He’s still at least 6’1 today. Tyson may have begun to lose height in this decade or toward the end of last
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He’s still at least 6’1 today. Tyson may have begun to lose height in this decade or toward the end of last
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Canson said on 19/May/21
He didn’t quite look 1” shorter than Will Smith. It was around maybe a 2cm difference. Like one poster saiid it’s likely he had a footwear advantage over Holyfield
He didn’t quite look 1” shorter than Will Smith. It was around maybe a 2cm difference. Like one poster saiid it’s likely he had a footwear advantage over Holyfield
ChaosControl 6'2.5/189.2cm said on 18/May/21
I’d think 6’1.38 is possible
I’d think 6’1.38 is possible
viper said on 17/May/21
He's only in his late 50s
I would expect him to still be 6-1
He's only in his late 50s
I would expect him to still be 6-1
Rampage(-_-_-)Clover said on 16/May/21
Looks like he'd have an easy inch on Carl Froch
Looks like he'd have an easy inch on Carl Froch
Gman42 said on 16/May/21
I suspect Will Smith had a footwear advantage on Evander in the clip from the show. Evander has looked a strong 6'1 on many, many occasions including countless pics with Tyson.
I suspect Will Smith had a footwear advantage on Evander in the clip from the show. Evander has looked a strong 6'1 on many, many occasions including countless pics with Tyson.
Rampage(-_-_-)Clover said on 13/May/21
Very strong 6ft1 guy...one of the few that' s held on to his height. I really don't see a difference between Holyfield now compared to 30 years ago
Very strong 6ft1 guy...one of the few that' s held on to his height. I really don't see a difference between Holyfield now compared to 30 years ago
TheDon91 said on 3/May/21
He was looking 1 inch shorter then Will Smith in the Fresh Prince of Bel Air. 6'1" Topps probably closer to 6'0.5"
He was looking 1 inch shorter then Will Smith in the Fresh Prince of Bel Air. 6'1" Topps probably closer to 6'0.5"
viper said on 30/Mar/21
He still looks 6-1 minimum.
He was never 6-2
He still looks 6-1 minimum.
He was never 6-2
viper said on 30/Mar/21
The GOAT is Sugar Ray Robinson
The GOAT is Sugar Ray Robinson
Covvvid1984. said on 28/Mar/21
Always struggle to see him as 6-2 peak. More 6-1 maximum. Now looks 6-0.5
Always struggle to see him as 6-2 peak. More 6-1 maximum. Now looks 6-0.5
Canson said on 8/Feb/21
@Viper: who would you say is the GOAT regardless of weight class?
@Viper: who would you say is the GOAT regardless of weight class?
viper said on 5/Feb/21
Easily the best Cruiserweight boxer ever
Easily the best Cruiserweight boxer ever
stiggles said on 5/Feb/21
Holyfield is a half inch over 6ft..
Holyfield is a half inch over 6ft..
Richie said on 3/Feb/21
Holyfield is 6'1" flat, probably stands 6'2" in shoes, which is where that height came from.
Holyfield is 6'1" flat, probably stands 6'2" in shoes, which is where that height came from.
Rapha said on 8/Jan/21
Hi Rob
Do you think he had already lost some height from his peak when you met him ?
Editor Rob
Hi Rob
Do you think he had already lost some height from his peak when you met him ?
Editor RobI don't think he had
Avg.Latino said on 22/Dec/20
Rob, how come his son Elijah, now a running back for the Philadelphia Eagles is about 2 inches shorter than him, listed at 5'10 according to the NFL combine.
Editor Rob
Rob, how come his son Elijah, now a running back for the Philadelphia Eagles is about 2 inches shorter than him, listed at 5'10 according to the NFL combine.
Editor RobMany outgrow their Father's, but quite a lot won't.
FriedChicken said on 19/Nov/20
6 ft 1 flat now, 6 ft 1.25 to 1/2 peak.
6 ft 1 flat now, 6 ft 1.25 to 1/2 peak.
OriginalAnon said on 16/Nov/20
Lebron small - the average for a world ranked heavyweight, top 15 within a recognised governing body, is nowhere near 5'9'' - 6'1''. For example, I just calculated the top 50 on BoxRec Heavyweight Rankings. The average is 194.2cm, which is 6'4.5". Granted, many of the heights are inflated up to 2 inches and the odd height perhaps even more so that, but even if I input more accurate heights, the average would still be something like 192.5cm.
Lebron small - the average for a world ranked heavyweight, top 15 within a recognised governing body, is nowhere near 5'9'' - 6'1''. For example, I just calculated the top 50 on BoxRec Heavyweight Rankings. The average is 194.2cm, which is 6'4.5". Granted, many of the heights are inflated up to 2 inches and the odd height perhaps even more so that, but even if I input more accurate heights, the average would still be something like 192.5cm.
Lebron small said on 8/Nov/20
To me he looks like 6"1 1/2 which is 0.1% over the average for a heavyweight
The average for a heavyweight is 5"9-6"1
So I will say yes he has to be 6"1
To me he looks like 6"1 1/2 which is 0.1% over the average for a heavyweight
The average for a heavyweight is 5"9-6"1
So I will say yes he has to be 6"1
OriginalAnon said on 25/Oct/20
Holyfield 185.5cm in his prime and maybe 185cm today. The 189cm listings commonly referenced throughout his career are way off.
Holyfield 185.5cm in his prime and maybe 185cm today. The 189cm listings commonly referenced throughout his career are way off.
Rampage(-_-_-)Clover said on 16/Oct/20
6ft1 flat now and maybe 6ft1½ peak
6ft1 flat now and maybe 6ft1½ peak
Slim 6'1" said on 12/Sep/20
186 possible
Got any photos Pfizer’s his ear?
186 possible
Got any photos Pfizer’s his ear?
Pierre said on 11/Sep/20
Another comparison = Hafthor /Triple H = Click Here .By the scale Hafthor's lower ears are 6"0'.(at 3:15 = Click Here ) .
Evander/Triple H 2015 = Click Here Click Here
Another comparison = Hafthor /Triple H = Click Here .By the scale Hafthor's lower ears are 6"0'.(at 3:15 = Click Here ) .
Evander/Triple H 2015 = Click Here Click Here
Pierre said on 9/Sep/20
In old video looks clearly shorter than Will Smith(apparently max 6"1.5').In this pic next to Rob it seems to me Rob slouch a bit and Evander just tilt a bit his head.I go with 6"0.5' peak .And now I believe a bit less.
Click Here since 0:44 Will slouching a lot with his neck/back still has to looking down to talk eye in eye with Evander
In old video looks clearly shorter than Will Smith(apparently max 6"1.5').In this pic next to Rob it seems to me Rob slouch a bit and Evander just tilt a bit his head.I go with 6"0.5' peak .And now I believe a bit less.
Click Here since 0:44 Will slouching a lot with his neck/back still has to looking down to talk eye in eye with Evander
Canson said on 9/Aug/20
@Slim: peak height I would go 6’1.25” like Rob has him
@Slim: peak height I would go 6’1.25” like Rob has him
Slim 6'1" said on 7/Aug/20
i feel flat 6 1 185cm is better
i feel flat 6 1 185cm is better
Alir?za said on 5/Aug/20
Evander was known small heavyweight. Probably he was considered small to compored to other dinasour heavyweight.
Evander was known small heavyweight. Probably he was considered small to compored to other dinasour heavyweight.
Hotpots said on 25/Jul/20
6-1 prime.
6-1 prime.
Canson said on 30/May/20
@Rob Smith and Editor Rob: that site simply knocks 1/2” off everyone’s listed height. At least most people. I remember Vince Carter was listed at 6’5.5” on it and Scottie Pippen 6’6.5”; And Charles Barkley 6’5.5”. Carter is listed at 6’6” Pippen at 6’7” Barkley at 6’6” in the NBA. Of course for Barkley and Carter those aren’t barefoot heights. For Holyfield he was 6’1 with Rob and next to Will Smith they looked the same height
@Rob Smith and Editor Rob: that site simply knocks 1/2” off everyone’s listed height. At least most people. I remember Vince Carter was listed at 6’5.5” on it and Scottie Pippen 6’6.5”; And Charles Barkley 6’5.5”. Carter is listed at 6’6” Pippen at 6’7” Barkley at 6’6” in the NBA. Of course for Barkley and Carter those aren’t barefoot heights. For Holyfield he was 6’1 with Rob and next to Will Smith they looked the same height
Rob Smith said on 16/May/20
Hey Rob, if you google Evander Holyfield Olympics height, there is a site called sports-reference that is no longer up, but still shows his height stat, as being 6 0.5". Also, for Muhammad Ali olympics height, he is listed at 6" 1.5. Rob is it possible that both those heights are the true heights of both athletes, and the extra inch you added on celebheights, or on their statistics like passport height for Ali at 6' 2.5", or evanders 6'1 1/4, were be measured in shoes perhaps? Thanks Rob.
Editor Rob
Hey Rob, if you google Evander Holyfield Olympics height, there is a site called sports-reference that is no longer up, but still shows his height stat, as being 6 0.5". Also, for Muhammad Ali olympics height, he is listed at 6" 1.5. Rob is it possible that both those heights are the true heights of both athletes, and the extra inch you added on celebheights, or on their statistics like passport height for Ali at 6' 2.5", or evanders 6'1 1/4, were be measured in shoes perhaps? Thanks Rob.
Editor RobNo, he looks taller than 184cm in person.
Richie said on 24/Apr/20
Somewhere between 6'1" and 6'2" i would say.
Somewhere between 6'1" and 6'2" i would say.
Robert Louis said on 22/Apr/20
Hey Rob, at what time in the day was this specific photograph taken? Also, was the footwear difference between you the same? I had noticed it was not included. Do you only mention footwear differences in pics where there is a difference?
Editor Rob
Hey Rob, at what time in the day was this specific photograph taken? Also, was the footwear difference between you the same? I had noticed it was not included. Do you only mention footwear differences in pics where there is a difference?
Editor RobIf there's a difference (more than 2-3mm) I always note it down in the description. I checked again the time of this and it was between 1 and 1.30pm.
Christopher Chammas said on 25/Mar/20
@rob
How tall do you think Dwight Muhammad Qawi is (in his prime & currently)?
They range him between 5’5-5’7.
What do you think?
Editor Rob
@rob
How tall do you think Dwight Muhammad Qawi is (in his prime & currently)?
They range him between 5’5-5’7.
What do you think?
Editor RobThat's the one fight where Holyfield was given the 6ft 1 1/4 and Dwight 5ft7.5...I am not so sure he was quite that tall, but over 5ft 6 I'd have thought.
Canson said on 4/Feb/20
No more than listed height. I’d say afternoon 6’1” flat
No more than listed height. I’d say afternoon 6’1” flat
Rampage(-_-_-)Clover said on 3/Feb/20
This current height could well be his peak though.
This current height could well be his peak though.
Gianni T. said on 2/Feb/20
185cm max
185cm max
Nik said on 28/Jan/20
6'1.25" is fine!
6'1.25" is fine!
Bob da cob. said on 28/Jan/20
Looks 6-1 here.
Looks 6-1 here.
Canson said on 18/Dec/19
If he’s no more than 3 inches taller then Lewis is no more than 6’4.25. Holyfield is 6’1 range
If he’s no more than 3 inches taller then Lewis is no more than 6’4.25. Holyfield is 6’1 range
A.Lawrence said on 17/Dec/19
I say at least 6'3" and probably more in his boxing attire. If u see him pre-fight and also during the fight with Brian Nielson they are identical in height and Brian Nielson is 6'3." If u see him next to Lennox Lewis theres no way theres any more than 3 inches in it either.
I say at least 6'3" and probably more in his boxing attire. If u see him pre-fight and also during the fight with Brian Nielson they are identical in height and Brian Nielson is 6'3." If u see him next to Lennox Lewis theres no way theres any more than 3 inches in it either.
Canson said on 14/Nov/19
@Ranpage: or in shoes. But he would be 6’1.5 or 6’1 5/8 after an hour if he’s 6’2” out of bed assuming 6’1.25 was his afternoon height.
@Ranpage: or in shoes. But he would be 6’1.5 or 6’1 5/8 after an hour if he’s 6’2” out of bed assuming 6’1.25 was his afternoon height.
Rampage(-_-_-)Clover said on 13/Nov/19
6ft2 is probably a round up or best case taken early morning
6ft2 is probably a round up or best case taken early morning
James Arthur said on 8/Nov/19
Hey Rob, was your sole height more than Evander's?
Also, 3 more questions. Since you say you're about 5 foot 8 1/8 to 5 foot 8 1/4, does that mean Evander could be 6 foot 1 6/16 to 6 foot 1 1/1?
Also, isn't Evander leaning a bit while you are standing straight, which might give him an extra quarter to half inch?
Also, since Evander's bald doesn't that make him appear a fraction of an inch shorter, especially when you look to see where the top of his head is when you draw the height lines to measure him in his height video? Since he has no hair you can 100% see exactly where exactly the to top of his head is, whereas when he has hair you might overshoot it by like 1/8 of an inch?
Thanks
Editor Rob
Hey Rob, was your sole height more than Evander's?
Also, 3 more questions. Since you say you're about 5 foot 8 1/8 to 5 foot 8 1/4, does that mean Evander could be 6 foot 1 6/16 to 6 foot 1 1/1?
Also, isn't Evander leaning a bit while you are standing straight, which might give him an extra quarter to half inch?
Also, since Evander's bald doesn't that make him appear a fraction of an inch shorter, especially when you look to see where the top of his head is when you draw the height lines to measure him in his height video? Since he has no hair you can 100% see exactly where exactly the to top of his head is, whereas when he has hair you might overshoot it by like 1/8 of an inch?
Thanks
Editor RobI don't think our posture is different, because I'm leaning back to my left there. In person around 185-6 range, but not as tall as 187 is what I felt from seeing him...he was a good couple of inches shy of tony tucker that day.
Mickie said on 30/Oct/19
I can believe they'd overbill a fighter's reach sometimes too, definitely. For Evander, who knows, but if they called it 75.75" I could believe that.
I can believe they'd overbill a fighter's reach sometimes too, definitely. For Evander, who knows, but if they called it 75.75" I could believe that.
James Arthur said on 11/Oct/19
Hey Rob, do you think Evander a wingspan was 77 1/2 or 75 3/4 inches? Did he seem to have very long arms?
Editor Rob
Hey Rob, do you think Evander a wingspan was 77 1/2 or 75 3/4 inches? Did he seem to have very long arms?
Editor RobI cannot really remember much about wingspan sorry.
John237642 said on 22/Sep/19
Hey Rob, In the olympics when Evander's height was listed at 6 foot 1 1/4", his reach was also listed at 75 3/4". Later his reach was switched to 77 1/2". What do you think his real reach is? Arms don't really grow in someones 20's. Do you think they just exaggerated his reach measurement like they did later with his height as well, and like they do for many measurements in sports?
Editor Rob
Hey Rob, In the olympics when Evander's height was listed at 6 foot 1 1/4", his reach was also listed at 75 3/4". Later his reach was switched to 77 1/2". What do you think his real reach is? Arms don't really grow in someones 20's. Do you think they just exaggerated his reach measurement like they did later with his height as well, and like they do for many measurements in sports?
Editor RobIt's hard to say - always chance of slight inflation. It's boxing after all. It's a shame they don't do documented video stats on boxers/fighters were they get proper measurements for height, reach, fist size etc.
Gman39 said on 13/Aug/19
Tons of evidence that Evander is a solid 6'1. He has low shoulder height which can make him appear a little shorter. He was consistently 3 inches taller than Tyson. And holds up pretty well to 6'3 listed Frank Bruno (I think Rob has Frank at 6'2.5), and looks slightly taller than 6'1 listed Michael Johnson in this video here, skip to 4:40s:
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Tons of evidence that Evander is a solid 6'1. He has low shoulder height which can make him appear a little shorter. He was consistently 3 inches taller than Tyson. And holds up pretty well to 6'3 listed Frank Bruno (I think Rob has Frank at 6'2.5), and looks slightly taller than 6'1 listed Michael Johnson in this video here, skip to 4:40s:
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Canson said on 11/Aug/19
@Steve Smiths: it’s very rare. But next to Rob he definitely looks 6’1” and next to Will Smith in the 90s on FPOBA he looked the same height as Will. While maybe not the 1/4” over he could be like 1/8” or even just a flat 6’1” at a low
@Steve Smiths: it’s very rare. But next to Rob he definitely looks 6’1” and next to Will Smith in the 90s on FPOBA he looked the same height as Will. While maybe not the 1/4” over he could be like 1/8” or even just a flat 6’1” at a low
Steve Smiths said on 4/Aug/19
He was measured at 6’ flat when he was 21 though he claims he grew in his mid 20s which seems kind of sketchy.
He was measured at 6’ flat when he was 21 though he claims he grew in his mid 20s which seems kind of sketchy.
K.A 188 said on 24/Jul/19
Holyfield did look a little taller than Arnold maybe half an inch 1.5 cm so a strong 6ft1 seems right
Holyfield did look a little taller than Arnold maybe half an inch 1.5 cm so a strong 6ft1 seems right
Gman39 said on 29/Jun/19
Interestingly, I just watched the Holyfield vs. Parkey fight, from 1987. The tale of the tape listed Holy as 6'1.5, the first time I have seen that figure for him. Seems like a real measurement as it is very specific. I still think a flat 6'1 is a safe guess for Evander, and 6'1.25 as Rob has him listed is very reasonable. I think 6'1.5 peak height in his prime is the max possibility for him.
Interestingly, I just watched the Holyfield vs. Parkey fight, from 1987. The tale of the tape listed Holy as 6'1.5, the first time I have seen that figure for him. Seems like a real measurement as it is very specific. I still think a flat 6'1 is a safe guess for Evander, and 6'1.25 as Rob has him listed is very reasonable. I think 6'1.5 peak height in his prime is the max possibility for him.
Boxing fan 07 said on 18/Jun/19
Holyfield’s height varies. He looks 6’1” next to Norton and Bowe. But he looks 6’2” around Foreman. Sometimes he can pass as a weak 6’1” beside Tyson
Holyfield’s height varies. He looks 6’1” next to Norton and Bowe. But he looks 6’2” around Foreman. Sometimes he can pass as a weak 6’1” beside Tyson
Onabill Choudhury said on 26/May/19
Doesn’t look 6 ft 1 1/4 or 6 ft 1 1/2 he could have a case for 6 ft 1 3/8 tbh
Doesn’t look 6 ft 1 1/4 or 6 ft 1 1/2 he could have a case for 6 ft 1 3/8 tbh
berta said on 2/May/19
he looks 1,5 cm taller than arnold in 1996. I think arnold probably was no taller than 184,5 range by then, from a peak of 185,5-186- Evander looked( maybe still is?) 186-186,5 range
he looks 1,5 cm taller than arnold in 1996. I think arnold probably was no taller than 184,5 range by then, from a peak of 185,5-186- Evander looked( maybe still is?) 186-186,5 range
Miiiiiiighty_- said on 4/Apr/19
187cm prime imo
187cm prime imo
Canson said on 6/Jan/19
I think the listing is fair at his peak. 6’1 flat now
I think the listing is fair at his peak. 6’1 flat now
PAN BERRY said on 23/Dec/18
6’1.5” might be possible at his peak gonna put him at 186.5 cm
6’1.5” might be possible at his peak gonna put him at 186.5 cm
Canson said on 23/Dec/18
@Rising: I think at their peaks Holyfield and Arnold would be very close. Evander May have a slight edge or they could be identical imho
@Rising: I think at their peaks Holyfield and Arnold would be very close. Evander May have a slight edge or they could be identical imho
Rising - 174 cm said on 11/Dec/18
@Pierre: Gracian already posted that first picture a mere 3 posts before yours. Holyfield is barely even taller in that photo. You mention Holyfield further from the camera in that first 2015 pic, but you don't mention Arnold is further from the camera in that second 2015 pic. Also, everyone knows Arnold lost a lot of height between 1996 and 2015, Arnold even admits this. Actually, Arnold has enough height on Holyfield in the video that even cowboy boots might only mean they were close, unless Holyfield had less than 1" shoes: Click Here Arnold was at least as tall in this 1995 shot as well: Click Here If anything, Arnold edges him there. So we need more evidence to determine how exactly they stacked up to each other. Preferably, their shoes in the '96 Planet Hollywood video, but all evidence suggests the two were extremely close in height 20+ years ago.
@Pierre: Gracian already posted that first picture a mere 3 posts before yours. Holyfield is barely even taller in that photo. You mention Holyfield further from the camera in that first 2015 pic, but you don't mention Arnold is further from the camera in that second 2015 pic. Also, everyone knows Arnold lost a lot of height between 1996 and 2015, Arnold even admits this. Actually, Arnold has enough height on Holyfield in the video that even cowboy boots might only mean they were close, unless Holyfield had less than 1" shoes: Click Here Arnold was at least as tall in this 1995 shot as well: Click Here If anything, Arnold edges him there. So we need more evidence to determine how exactly they stacked up to each other. Preferably, their shoes in the '96 Planet Hollywood video, but all evidence suggests the two were extremely close in height 20+ years ago.
Gman39 said on 11/Dec/18
Great photos ?Pierre.
In the video below Arnold may edge Evander, but he may have on cowboy boots. Dolph looks tall there, maybe over 6'4.
Evander is very close in height with HHH, at least in 2015 he was.
Great photos ?Pierre.
In the video below Arnold may edge Evander, but he may have on cowboy boots. Dolph looks tall there, maybe over 6'4.
Evander is very close in height with HHH, at least in 2015 he was.
?Pierre said on 11/Dec/18
Click Here = Evander and Arnold 1996 Premiere of Eraser = Arnold closer to the camera Evander no hairs but looks taller,and this time we're sure Arnold don't wear cow -boy shoes.
Arnold and Evander 2015 = Click Here Evander slouch and is standing more distant to the camera here too = always the same difference imo.
Another 2015 Click Here
Click Here = Evander and Arnold 1996 Premiere of Eraser = Arnold closer to the camera Evander no hairs but looks taller,and this time we're sure Arnold don't wear cow -boy shoes.
Arnold and Evander 2015 = Click Here Evander slouch and is standing more distant to the camera here too = always the same difference imo.
Another 2015 Click Here
Rising - 174 cm said on 10/Dec/18
Arnold and Holyfield were probably the same height by 1996 or very close, but Arnold does look slightly taller in this video: Click Here Watch around 11 seconds and 26 seconds.
Arnold and Holyfield were probably the same height by 1996 or very close, but Arnold does look slightly taller in this video: Click Here Watch around 11 seconds and 26 seconds.
Gman39 said on 10/Dec/18
Nice pic Gracian. Evander is taller than Arnold there. However, Arnold's legs are spread apart and Evander's are closer together, giving Evander a slight advantage.
Nice pic Gracian. Evander is taller than Arnold there. However, Arnold's legs are spread apart and Evander's are closer together, giving Evander a slight advantage.
Gracian said on 9/Dec/18
Hey Rob, look again at the picture from 1996:
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In the picture there are Arnold, Evander and Vanessa Williams. Arnold does not look taller than Evander in this photo, even though he had an advantage of hair over him. Was the Arnold peak height 6'1.25" or Evander peak height was 6'1.5"? Rob, what do you think about it?
Editor Rob
Hey Rob, look again at the picture from 1996:
Click Here
In the picture there are Arnold, Evander and Vanessa Williams. Arnold does not look taller than Evander in this photo, even though he had an advantage of hair over him. Was the Arnold peak height 6'1.25" or Evander peak height was 6'1.5"? Rob, what do you think about it?
Editor RobWhen Arnold lost his first fractions is still debatable...by 90's I think he could have lost a bit, not like an inch or anything, but a fraction.
Canson said on 6/Dec/18
@Gman39: agreed... and those are very reasonable peak listings for both. Tyson was not under 5’10 peak and by the looks of it with him and others, Evander 6’1 minimum. Both could’ve been strong as opposed to solid when they were young
@Gman39: agreed... and those are very reasonable peak listings for both. Tyson was not under 5’10 peak and by the looks of it with him and others, Evander 6’1 minimum. Both could’ve been strong as opposed to solid when they were young
Gman39 said on 5/Sep/18
Shane, I think those may have been shoe measurements for both men. Therefore a peak Tyson would be 5'10.25 and Holyfield 6'1.25. Then add 1.25 for running/basketball sneakers and you get those magic numbers. Strange that both men's heights were exaggerated to the same degree. And in spite of their reported heights being incorrect, the height difference between the two was correct: 3 inches. For what it is worth I think it is possible Holy was 6'1.5 and Tyson 5'10.5, but that would be the upper limit for a barefoot measurement.
Shane, I think those may have been shoe measurements for both men. Therefore a peak Tyson would be 5'10.25 and Holyfield 6'1.25. Then add 1.25 for running/basketball sneakers and you get those magic numbers. Strange that both men's heights were exaggerated to the same degree. And in spite of their reported heights being incorrect, the height difference between the two was correct: 3 inches. For what it is worth I think it is possible Holy was 6'1.5 and Tyson 5'10.5, but that would be the upper limit for a barefoot measurement.
Shane said on 13/Aug/18
Boxing always used to say Holyfield was 6'2 1/2" and Tyson 5'11 1/2". Both were quite obviously either shoe heights or boosted heights by 1 to 1.5 inches.
Boxing always used to say Holyfield was 6'2 1/2" and Tyson 5'11 1/2". Both were quite obviously either shoe heights or boosted heights by 1 to 1.5 inches.
Bazza said on 27/Jul/18
187 peak bang on 6'1 today
187 peak bang on 6'1 today
Canson said on 15/Jul/18
@Gman39: he’s not standing with perfect posture with Rob. If you see him next to Tyson he’s a legit 6’1”
@Gman39: he’s not standing with perfect posture with Rob. If you see him next to Tyson he’s a legit 6’1”
Canson said on 12/Jul/18
Legit 6’1” guy
Legit 6’1” guy
Gman39 said on 10/Jul/18
You're right Big T, there is an old 185cm measurement for Evander. However, I believe he is a solid 6'1.
You're right Big T, there is an old 185cm measurement for Evander. However, I believe he is a solid 6'1.
Gman39 said on 7/Jul/18
Big T: Evander does look exactly 6'1 in the pic with Rob. And I'm not sure if he is standing better or worse than Rob is. If Evander stands at his best in the first half of the day I would expect 186-187cm. I have only seen the 6'1 1/4 amateur measurement for Evander, never 6' 3/4.
Big T: Evander does look exactly 6'1 in the pic with Rob. And I'm not sure if he is standing better or worse than Rob is. If Evander stands at his best in the first half of the day I would expect 186-187cm. I have only seen the 6'1 1/4 amateur measurement for Evander, never 6' 3/4.
Big T said on 3/Jul/18
ok I must admit I was under the impression there was a known amateur measurement of Holyfield at 1/4" under 6'1"...I wasn't aware there was a 6'1 1/4" measurement too. Interesting.
ok I must admit I was under the impression there was a known amateur measurement of Holyfield at 1/4" under 6'1"...I wasn't aware there was a 6'1 1/4" measurement too. Interesting.
Big T said on 3/Jul/18
I find this a bit of an odd listing even though it's not far off. I mean, the 6'2"+ listings are obviously bogus. The 6'1" and 6' 0.75" listings make good sense and appear to match with reality and the pic with Rob. The picture really doesn't support this "slightly taller than you'd think" listing. Weak 6'1" imo.
I find this a bit of an odd listing even though it's not far off. I mean, the 6'2"+ listings are obviously bogus. The 6'1" and 6' 0.75" listings make good sense and appear to match with reality and the pic with Rob. The picture really doesn't support this "slightly taller than you'd think" listing. Weak 6'1" imo.
Canson said on 9/Jun/18
@Rob: I’ve met Bowe before. You’re absolutely right that he’s 6’4-6’5
@Rob: I’ve met Bowe before. You’re absolutely right that he’s 6’4-6’5
C-Mo said on 10/May/18
rob how tall do you think Riddick Bowe is ? is he really 6'5 ?
Editor Rob
rob how tall do you think Riddick Bowe is ? is he really 6'5 ?
Editor RobWould have thought 6ft 4 to 5 might be possible
Gman said on 1/May/18
There is a picture of Evander and Joseph Parker on Evander's website in the gallery section, shows a height difference of 1.5 to 2 inches in Parker's favor. Supports Rob's listed heights for both guys perfectly.
There is a picture of Evander and Joseph Parker on Evander's website in the gallery section, shows a height difference of 1.5 to 2 inches in Parker's favor. Supports Rob's listed heights for both guys perfectly.
Canson said on 15/Apr/18
I agree with Rampage. Maybe not quite as high as 187 but 186-186.5 but today he still looks 6’1”. He’s like Mike Tyson. Maybe he’s someone who measured over the mark at a peak and only dips to the mark now. I could believe Tyson still being 5’10 seeing him in person and with Rob. If he’s below it’s maybe 5’9.75 at worst but 5’10 is just as feasible
I agree with Rampage. Maybe not quite as high as 187 but 186-186.5 but today he still looks 6’1”. He’s like Mike Tyson. Maybe he’s someone who measured over the mark at a peak and only dips to the mark now. I could believe Tyson still being 5’10 seeing him in person and with Rob. If he’s below it’s maybe 5’9.75 at worst but 5’10 is just as feasible
Gman said on 13/Apr/18
No, no, no - he is a solid 6 foot 1. There is mountains of photographic evidence to support this (always 3+ inches on Tyson, etc). Rob has met him and confirmed his height. Rob's photo shows a 6-1 Evander. Finally, the Celebheights consensus (average guess) is 6'1+. He is 186cm peak and still approximately that height to this day.
No, no, no - he is a solid 6 foot 1. There is mountains of photographic evidence to support this (always 3+ inches on Tyson, etc). Rob has met him and confirmed his height. Rob's photo shows a 6-1 Evander. Finally, the Celebheights consensus (average guess) is 6'1+. He is 186cm peak and still approximately that height to this day.
berta said on 16/Mar/18
rob what is bigger chanse?evander be closer to 187 ore 185?
Editor Rob
rob what is bigger chanse?evander be closer to 187 ore 185?
Editor RobI don't think I'd go as tall as 187 for Evander, I think a solid 6ft 1 always seemed a reasonable shout...
Rampage(-_-_-)Clover said on 3/Mar/18
Might’ve been 186-187cm peak and between 185-186cm today
Might’ve been 186-187cm peak and between 185-186cm today
Jordan87 said on 12/Feb/18
@ Adnan,
" 6'0".
OK, You either missed the picture with Rob Above ( That's not Good), or you saw the picture with Rob Above and still think he is 6'0 ( That's really not Good lol)
@ Adnan,
" 6'0".
OK, You either missed the picture with Rob Above ( That's not Good), or you saw the picture with Rob Above and still think he is 6'0 ( That's really not Good lol)
Canson said on 29/Dec/17
I think peak is listed today may be flat 6’1.
I think peak is listed today may be flat 6’1.
Jordan87 said on 6/Dec/17
6'1.5" Tops in his prime and that's with Him losing 1/2" which is still a bit doubtful he isn't that old in this picture with Rob. He is a Solid 6'1" Now and one of the Best Heavyweights of all Time considering in his era he was so Undersized , In weight mind you, not so much height but still on the smaller side.
6'1.5" Tops in his prime and that's with Him losing 1/2" which is still a bit doubtful he isn't that old in this picture with Rob. He is a Solid 6'1" Now and one of the Best Heavyweights of all Time considering in his era he was so Undersized , In weight mind you, not so much height but still on the smaller side.
Ricky said on 21/Nov/17
He might have been very close to 6'2" in his prime maybe 6'1.75"
He is 55,and out now not that fit so possibly had lost about half inches.
Editor Rob
He might have been very close to 6'2" in his prime maybe 6'1.75"
He is 55,and out now not that fit so possibly had lost about half inches.
Editor Rob I don't think Evander has really lost anything noticeable, a small fraction maybe but he still looks similar to what he did in the 90's.
Canson said on 12/Nov/17
@AR2Ma2: peak could’ve been 186 today with rob 185
@AR2Ma2: peak could’ve been 186 today with rob 185
Ar2mA2 said on 12/Oct/17
in the photo it looks like a 1.85. I would say 1.86 peak
in the photo it looks like a 1.85. I would say 1.86 peak
O.J. said on 16/Sep/17
6'1 peak, possibly 6' today. Holyfield was NEVER 6'2! I'd stake a large sum of money on that.
6'1 peak, possibly 6' today. Holyfield was NEVER 6'2! I'd stake a large sum of money on that.
Canson said on 12/Sep/17
Listing is fair enough. Worst case he's 6'1 flat today. Can't rule out 1/"4 for him at his age
Listing is fair enough. Worst case he's 6'1 flat today. Can't rule out 1/"4 for him at his age
Slim 182 cm said on 31/Jul/17
Tyson definitely needs/needed therapy. Imo they're 3 inches apart, making Holyfield 6'1 flat or Tyson a strong 5'10.
Tyson definitely needs/needed therapy. Imo they're 3 inches apart, making Holyfield 6'1 flat or Tyson a strong 5'10.
even said on 25/Jul/17
a legitimate 6 foot 1 , modest and beautiful ( to me ) gentleman , i love you champ , i love you . i wish you luck , happiness and prosperity for ever and ever and ever , i hope you never go through anything that dosent put a smile on your face . god bless take care .
a legitimate 6 foot 1 , modest and beautiful ( to me ) gentleman , i love you champ , i love you . i wish you luck , happiness and prosperity for ever and ever and ever , i hope you never go through anything that dosent put a smile on your face . god bless take care .
berta said on 15/Jul/17
to me this i sthe height arnold was at his peak
to me this i sthe height arnold was at his peak
Stephen said on 13/Jul/17
Saw ESPN's 30 for 30 'chasing tyson' documentary, he was listed as 6'1 1/4 at the 1984 Olympics. He was 21 then too, so fully grown in height.
Editor Rob
Saw ESPN's 30 for 30 'chasing tyson' documentary, he was listed as 6'1 1/4 at the 1984 Olympics. He was 21 then too, so fully grown in height.
Editor Rob that's what I think he was measured at. It's so specific a figure not to be made up.
Canson said on 11/Jul/17
He's 6'1.
184guy is correct Lewis is pretty much Barkley or Jordan's height 6'4.5ish
He's 6'1.
184guy is correct Lewis is pretty much Barkley or Jordan's height 6'4.5ish
even said on 5/Jul/17
a six foot one champ ( 225 pounds )
a six foot one champ ( 225 pounds )
Nolifts81 said on 2/Jul/17
Ziggy- Do you still sell elevator boots?
Ziggy- Do you still sell elevator boots?
184guy said on 1/Jul/17
@Ziggy are you kidding right ? You are undercutting Lennox by at least 2 inches
@Ziggy are you kidding right ? You are undercutting Lennox by at least 2 inches
Reece said on 22/Jun/17
@Ziggy. Lennox Lewis 6-2 1/2? He is not less than 6-4 1/2.
@Ziggy. Lennox Lewis 6-2 1/2? He is not less than 6-4 1/2.
Rampage(-_-_-)Clover said on 20/Jun/17
Think 6ft1½ peak isn't impossible if he's still 6ft1-6ft1¼ today
Think 6ft1½ peak isn't impossible if he's still 6ft1-6ft1¼ today
Rampage(-_-_-)Clover said on 13/Jun/17
Lennox Lewis at 6ft2½ is an absolute joke. He was near 6ft5 in his boxing days. Always had 1-2in on legit 6ft3 fighters
Lennox Lewis at 6ft2½ is an absolute joke. He was near 6ft5 in his boxing days. Always had 1-2in on legit 6ft3 fighters
Ziggy said on 9/Jun/17
he is more around 6' and then Lennox Lewis is 6'2'1/2
he is more around 6' and then Lennox Lewis is 6'2'1/2
Lucas said on 29/May/17
Rob I believe your brain is shrinking LOL
Editor Rob
Rob I believe your brain is shrinking LOL
Editor Rob we all lose brain cells...you too 👍
World Citizen said on 28/May/17
185 cm looking to the height chart.
185 cm looking to the height chart.
shiva 181 cms said on 21/May/17
Rob,what about 6'1.5 peak and 6'1 today
Rob,what about 6'1.5 peak and 6'1 today
phil said on 20/May/17
he aint no 6'2
he aint no 6'2
berta said on 11/May/17
i think 186 is a very good estimate
i think 186 is a very good estimate
Bazza said on 2/May/17
Holyfield fought a genuine 6'3 Larry Holmes in 1992 and looked barely smaller. I think solid 6'2 in his peak but has probably lost close to an inch in the last few years.
Holyfield fought a genuine 6'3 Larry Holmes in 1992 and looked barely smaller. I think solid 6'2 in his peak but has probably lost close to an inch in the last few years.
James said on 30/Mar/17
Looked 6-2 in his Peak he looked 6-2 with lennox lewis. 6-1 now days.
Looked 6-2 in his Peak he looked 6-2 with lennox lewis. 6-1 now days.
KH said on 28/Mar/17
If Evander were standing perfectly straight with Rob in that picture he looks to be about 6'1. Probably a weak 6'2 in his prime. Remember he is not a young man anymore and Boxing takes a toll on you. A lot of the guys people said towered over Holyfield were really big guys in the 6'5 range. I just watched the ESPN 30 for 30 about Tyson and Holyfield and he had at least 3 inches on Iron Mike.
If Evander were standing perfectly straight with Rob in that picture he looks to be about 6'1. Probably a weak 6'2 in his prime. Remember he is not a young man anymore and Boxing takes a toll on you. A lot of the guys people said towered over Holyfield were really big guys in the 6'5 range. I just watched the ESPN 30 for 30 about Tyson and Holyfield and he had at least 3 inches on Iron Mike.
bazza said on 27/Mar/17
Evander has certainly lost height here in the pic with Rob from his 90's hey day. He looked a 6'2"er easy when he fought Lennox.
I would say around 6"1 these days is fair.
Evander has certainly lost height here in the pic with Rob from his 90's hey day. He looked a 6'2"er easy when he fought Lennox.
I would say around 6"1 these days is fair.
6'1-6'1.5 Guy said on 24/Mar/17
6'0.5-6'0.75!
6'0.5-6'0.75!
John said on 20/Mar/17
Looks like a weak 6'1.
Looks like a weak 6'1.
Reece said on 16/Mar/17
Holyfield was 6-2 or close in his Prime but shorter now.
Holyfield was 6-2 or close in his Prime but shorter now.
Jordan87 said on 13/Mar/17
Firecracker,
He is 6'1" with Rob in the picture Above. How do you think he was 6'0 in his prime? Him being towered by other boxers of that era show how good of a boxer he was.
Firecracker,
He is 6'1" with Rob in the picture Above. How do you think he was 6'0 in his prime? Him being towered by other boxers of that era show how good of a boxer he was.
Canson said on 5/Mar/17
Agree with Rampage. Peak may have been like steph curry or similar maybe 188-189 out of bed and 186-187 at his lowest today I'd go 187-187.5 out of bed and 185-185.5 solid 6'1" today
Agree with Rampage. Peak may have been like steph curry or similar maybe 188-189 out of bed and 186-187 at his lowest today I'd go 187-187.5 out of bed and 185-185.5 solid 6'1" today
firecracker said on 25/Feb/17
real world:Click Here
holyfield was (is) in the 6ft range. Anything over 6'1" is out of real.
you don't know how tall is a legit 6'3"-6'4"-6'5". Holyfield was towered by men of that size.
listed for years 6'2.5"!!!! ahahah. Stop joking.
real world:Click Here
holyfield was (is) in the 6ft range. Anything over 6'1" is out of real.
you don't know how tall is a legit 6'3"-6'4"-6'5". Holyfield was towered by men of that size.
listed for years 6'2.5"!!!! ahahah. Stop joking.
Rampage(-_-_-)Clover said on 21/Feb/17
A fraction over 6ft2 out of bed peak isn't impossible either if he was indeed 6ft1½
A fraction over 6ft2 out of bed peak isn't impossible either if he was indeed 6ft1½
Gman said on 16/Feb/17
6'1.25-6'1.5. 6'2" out of bed. Perfect. The 6'2.5" we see most often attributed to him I have always assumed was his measurement in sneakers or his boxing shoes.
6'1.25-6'1.5. 6'2" out of bed. Perfect. The 6'2.5" we see most often attributed to him I have always assumed was his measurement in sneakers or his boxing shoes.
Rampage(-_-_-)Clover said on 15/Feb/17
6ft1½ peak is fair with 6ft2 maybe an early measurement.
6ft1½ peak is fair with 6ft2 maybe an early measurement.
Jalen C Gilmer said on 13/Feb/17
@Danimal maybe 6'1.25-6'1.5 to be fair?
@Danimal maybe 6'1.25-6'1.5 to be fair?
Joe said on 10/Feb/17
On one episode of Fresh Prince of Bel Air over 20 years Holyfield was clearly shorter than 6'2 Will Smith...he was never over 6'1 even when he peaked...not sure about his height today probably no taller than 6'
On one episode of Fresh Prince of Bel Air over 20 years Holyfield was clearly shorter than 6'2 Will Smith...he was never over 6'1 even when he peaked...not sure about his height today probably no taller than 6'
Danimal said on 15/Jan/17
Jalen C Gilmer said on 14/Jan/17
6'2-6'3 in his younger days.
No, he's never been over 6'1".
Jalen C Gilmer said on 14/Jan/17
6'2-6'3 in his younger days.
No, he's never been over 6'1".
Jalen C Gilmer said on 14/Jan/17
6'2-6'3 in his younger days.
6'2-6'3 in his younger days.
185cmAriel said on 6/Dec/16
i think he is the same height as me now
i think he is the same height as me now
Rampage(-_-_-)Clover said on 29/Nov/16
Peak: 186-187cm
Today: 185-186cm
At worst he's lost a centimetre but even then it's possible he's lost nothing. I will say that he's in better condition physically and mentally then a lot of his contemporaries...
Peak: 186-187cm
Today: 185-186cm
At worst he's lost a centimetre but even then it's possible he's lost nothing. I will say that he's in better condition physically and mentally then a lot of his contemporaries...
Puma said on 18/Nov/16
Holyfield is 55 years old.Still 186, Rob?
Editor Rob
Holyfield is 55 years old.Still 186, Rob?
Editor Rob could be roughly 6ft 1 flat, tough to say if 3-4 years later since I seen him whether he has shrunk a tiny fraction.
Gman said on 12/Nov/16
Follow up: I found a record where Evander is listed as 185cm as an amateur. Now, that could of been a measurement from when he was 18 years old, who knows. I still believe Rob is perfect in his guess of 6'1.25. Rob is very humble about his own height. I watched Rob measure himself as 5'8.5" on youtube. Rob's pic with Evander supports a 6'1"+ Evander Holyfield.
Follow up: I found a record where Evander is listed as 185cm as an amateur. Now, that could of been a measurement from when he was 18 years old, who knows. I still believe Rob is perfect in his guess of 6'1.25. Rob is very humble about his own height. I watched Rob measure himself as 5'8.5" on youtube. Rob's pic with Evander supports a 6'1"+ Evander Holyfield.
Gman said on 8/Nov/16
Nope. Wrong. He was listed as 6 feet 1 in the L.A. games. In his early career he was listed as 6 feet 1 1/4, just as Rob saw him. Later career listed as 6'2.5". A massive amount of photographic evidence points to 6 feet 1+. He is 6 feet 1 1/4. At least.
Nope. Wrong. He was listed as 6 feet 1 in the L.A. games. In his early career he was listed as 6 feet 1 1/4, just as Rob saw him. Later career listed as 6'2.5". A massive amount of photographic evidence points to 6 feet 1+. He is 6 feet 1 1/4. At least.
firecracker said on 7/Nov/16
he fought as amateur at the olympic games in L.A. 1984. He was 22 at the time, so no more growing. He was listed 6'0.5" (184cm). So holyfield was (is) 6ft-6'1" (183-185cm). Anything over 6'1" (185cm) is a pure fake.
he fought as amateur at the olympic games in L.A. 1984. He was 22 at the time, so no more growing. He was listed 6'0.5" (184cm). So holyfield was (is) 6ft-6'1" (183-185cm). Anything over 6'1" (185cm) is a pure fake.
Josh Jeffords said on 9/Oct/16
Good boxer hell of a presenter.
Looked tall I'd buy 6 1 or closer to 2 in shoes.
Good boxer hell of a presenter.
Looked tall I'd buy 6 1 or closer to 2 in shoes.
Borats Chicken said on 5/Oct/16
Rob, since your getting to meet huge boxers like tyson and holmes, you'd think you can meet any nfl players?
Editor Rob
Rob, since your getting to meet huge boxers like tyson and holmes, you'd think you can meet any nfl players?
Editor Rob they never did any events in the UK like this, you'd need to be in America to have a chance.
Jordan87 said on 3/Oct/16
Cant be taller than 6'1 with Rob.
Cant be taller than 6'1 with Rob.
Les said on 27/Sep/16
I flew into ATL back in February of this year and as I was leaving the Hartsfield-Jackson terminal, I walked right past Holyfield. Completely surreal experience. An airport employee, who was beside me at the time, confirmed it was him when I asked. Anyway, this was during the evening - around 7:30 PM, I believe - and by that point in the day, at my lowest, I'm somewhere between 5'10 3/4"-7/8". In my estimation, he had a solid couple of inches on me--I was thinking he was around 6'1", so I buy the listed height. Actually, I was surprised he wasn't taller.
I flew into ATL back in February of this year and as I was leaving the Hartsfield-Jackson terminal, I walked right past Holyfield. Completely surreal experience. An airport employee, who was beside me at the time, confirmed it was him when I asked. Anyway, this was during the evening - around 7:30 PM, I believe - and by that point in the day, at my lowest, I'm somewhere between 5'10 3/4"-7/8". In my estimation, he had a solid couple of inches on me--I was thinking he was around 6'1", so I buy the listed height. Actually, I was surprised he wasn't taller.
Pierre said on 9/Sep/16
Both have about the same posture,Rob 5"8.25' then Evander 6"1' imo with the scale if they have exactly the same shoes
Both have about the same posture,Rob 5"8.25' then Evander 6"1' imo with the scale if they have exactly the same shoes
Rampage(-_-_-)Clover said on 5/Aug/16
A-B peak isn't impossible. Looked a solid 6ft1½ in his early career. But he may not have lost anything. Still looks a decent 6ft1 w/h Rob.
A-B peak isn't impossible. Looked a solid 6ft1½ in his early career. But he may not have lost anything. Still looks a decent 6ft1 w/h Rob.
manny said on 30/Jul/16
Look he was 6'1 186cms I just think when ya ya put on a pair of shoes you will gain a couple of cms Wichita would make him a 6'2 guy like Tyson holyfield struggled with height in the heavyweight division opting for light heavyweight early on in his career maybe he couksve been 188cns but I just don't think so solid 6'1 guy imo
Look he was 6'1 186cms I just think when ya ya put on a pair of shoes you will gain a couple of cms Wichita would make him a 6'2 guy like Tyson holyfield struggled with height in the heavyweight division opting for light heavyweight early on in his career maybe he couksve been 188cns but I just don't think so solid 6'1 guy imo
c-mo said on 3/Jun/16
Editor Rob: I still go with around C range
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the C option which Rampage gives is 188cm morning and 186cm night and you say you go with around C range for Holyfield ...sorry Rob but why dont you list him as 187cm then ? ...no disrespect to you but as you said yourself morning height is also a valid measurement so I dont understand why you would list the celebs at their lowest ?
Editor Rob
Editor Rob: I still go with around C range
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the C option which Rampage gives is 188cm morning and 186cm night and you say you go with around C range for Holyfield ...sorry Rob but why dont you list him as 187cm then ? ...no disrespect to you but as you said yourself morning height is also a valid measurement so I dont understand why you would list the celebs at their lowest ?
Editor Rob I feel the 6ft 1 1/4 mark which he has been given in the past seems such a specific mark, that it might have been an actual measurement.
Johno said on 22/May/16
Wakes up at 6'1.5 and goes to sleep at 6'0.75, thus around 6'1-6'1.25.
Wakes up at 6'1.5 and goes to sleep at 6'0.75, thus around 6'1-6'1.25.
jajamen said on 20/May/16
Rob, which one could he be in his younger days
6'1.5 or 6'1.25
Editor Rob
Rob, which one could he be in his younger days
6'1.5 or 6'1.25
Editor Rob I believe the mentione of 1.25 is a strong indication he was that zone...you don't get figures like that unless it is from some form of measurement.
Chocolatey said on 8/May/16
Rob, he looks quite under 6'1 next to you
Editor Rob
Rob, he looks quite under 6'1 next to you
Editor Rob he is still about 6ft 1 I think up close
Peter 180cm said on 17/Apr/16
185cm or about 6'1.
185cm or about 6'1.
Rampage(-_-_-)Clover said on 8/Mar/16
Rob, which range is most likely is peak?
A) 189cm/187cm
B) 188.5cm/186.5cm
C) 188cm/186cm
D) 187.5cm/185.5cm
Editor Rob
Rob, which range is most likely is peak?
A) 189cm/187cm
B) 188.5cm/186.5cm
C) 188cm/186cm
D) 187.5cm/185.5cm
Editor Rob I still go with around C range
iggity said on 22/Feb/16
Rob, how tall do you think his son, Elijah, is? He is listed at 5'11 for football but he seems to be below his fathers eyes.
Editor Rob
Rob, how tall do you think his son, Elijah, is? He is listed at 5'11 for football but he seems to be below his fathers eyes.
Editor Rob maybe that is some older photos? I think he looks 2-3 inches smaller in a few other photos.
GenesisU13 said on 12/Feb/16
Hes never been taller than 6'0. Hes always looked shorter than 6'1 Barry Bonds in pictures since the early 90s.
Hes never been taller than 6'0. Hes always looked shorter than 6'1 Barry Bonds in pictures since the early 90s.
joe joe said on 10/Feb/16
Rob! I love how you heave the height Measure thing on the picture when you run the mouse over it. How accurate is it? It would be great if you could get that on all the pics.
Editor Rob
Rob! I love how you heave the height Measure thing on the picture when you run the mouse over it. How accurate is it? It would be great if you could get that on all the pics.
Editor Rob Since my head is a known size and in most photos close to the other head, it can be a kind of ruler. Only thing is, sometimes if my head was tilted up or down then I'd adjust it a fraction. In some cases I don't think it would be much use, especially if close in height, but it's just another visual reference.
Rampage(-_-_-)Clover said on 31/Jan/16
Rob, is it possible he may peaked at 6ft1½?
He could have been measured at 6ft2 in the morning.
Editor Rob
Rob, is it possible he may peaked at 6ft1½?
He could have been measured at 6ft2 in the morning.
Editor Rob somewhere in 186cm range, I think he could have held his height well by age 50
mrtguy said on 29/Jan/16
I think he was a solid 6'2'' peak.
I think he was a solid 6'2'' peak.
Chocolatey said on 11/Jan/16
"Problem was, he actually was fairly small in high school. In fact, he said he was only about 5-foot-9 back then before later hitting a growth spurt (he's now around 6-foot-1)."-Evander Holyfield
I guess your right. Is it possible to a late 4 inche growth spurt?
"Problem was, he actually was fairly small in high school. In fact, he said he was only about 5-foot-9 back then before later hitting a growth spurt (he's now around 6-foot-1)."-Evander Holyfield
I guess your right. Is it possible to a late 4 inche growth spurt?
Rampage(-_-_-)Clover said on 7/Jan/16
He probably hits at least 6ft2 first thing out of bed
He probably hits at least 6ft2 first thing out of bed
mrtguy said on 1/Jan/16
He's looks taller than alberto in comparison
He's looks taller than alberto in comparison
Moke said on 24/Dec/15
Not 6' but 6'1.
Not 6' but 6'1.
LoganNoll1996 said on 21/Dec/15
How is Rob 5'8" when the top of his head is around the eyebrow level of someone a tad over 6'1"? That's the kind of height difference I would expect from a 5'8" guy and 6'0" guy.
How is Rob 5'8" when the top of his head is around the eyebrow level of someone a tad over 6'1"? That's the kind of height difference I would expect from a 5'8" guy and 6'0" guy.
Doug said on 20/Dec/15
He's a weak 6'2 in morning time, maybe 6'1.75.
He's a weak 6'2 in morning time, maybe 6'1.75.
nathaniel said on 20/Dec/15
claimed to be 188 cm probably 186 cm
claimed to be 188 cm probably 186 cm
TJE said on 18/Dec/15
@Emil 183cm
It's the same stuff people on Justin Bieber, The Rock, Brad Pitt, Tom Cruise, Sly etc. use.
@Emil 183cm
It's the same stuff people on Justin Bieber, The Rock, Brad Pitt, Tom Cruise, Sly etc. use.
Emil 183 cm said on 1/Dec/15
Pat, whatever you smoked that day, I'd like to try it. Sounds like some good stuff
Pat, whatever you smoked that day, I'd like to try it. Sounds like some good stuff
Pat Sheridan said on 10/Nov/15
Evander Holyfield is no taller than 5 feet 10 inches. I stood beside him in the 80s at the Copacabana in the 80s and he was smaller than me. I am 5 foot 11.
Evander Holyfield is no taller than 5 feet 10 inches. I stood beside him in the 80s at the Copacabana in the 80s and he was smaller than me. I am 5 foot 11.
Tunman said on 6/Jul/15
Rob,since he was measured at 6'1 why the .25 here?You said yourself he looked 185-6 so 6'1 flat is perfect
Editor Rob
I still think for most of his boxing career he would have been a solid 6ft 1, but I've never seen any measurement of him. Only descriptions of 6ft 1, 1.5 and 2 or 2.5. I think the 1.25 is the best fit.
Rob,since he was measured at 6'1 why the .25 here?You said yourself he looked 185-6 so 6'1 flat is perfect
Editor RobI still think for most of his boxing career he would have been a solid 6ft 1, but I've never seen any measurement of him. Only descriptions of 6ft 1, 1.5 and 2 or 2.5. I think the 1.25 is the best fit.
Rey said on 22/May/15
Rob, listen to me from time to time...I was saying Holyfield was a weak 6'1". Now it is fact.
I led the charge for Rick Springfield height to be upgraded--boom it's done. I did applaud Welling's....revision....My task will be done when Stallone is brought down to a weak 5'7" or 5'6 1/2 "in bare feet.
Rob, listen to me from time to time...I was saying Holyfield was a weak 6'1". Now it is fact.
I led the charge for Rick Springfield height to be upgraded--boom it's done. I did applaud Welling's....revision....My task will be done when Stallone is brought down to a weak 5'7" or 5'6 1/2 "in bare feet.
Rey said on 15/May/15
Rey says on 7/Feb/15
I say in between 6' and 3/4 "and 6' 1" a very weak six one. He was never six two. I met him two times. Compare him to other six two actors --he falls short.
He is now reporting to be 6'1" with his upcoming charity event boxing w/ Mitt Romney.
Rey says on 7/Feb/15
I say in between 6' and 3/4 "and 6' 1" a very weak six one. He was never six two. I met him two times. Compare him to other six two actors --he falls short.
He is now reporting to be 6'1" with his upcoming charity event boxing w/ Mitt Romney.
Art said on 3/Apr/15
No way that he is 6'2. I would say 6'1 at the most. In fact,I'm 5'7,when I stepped next to him , in 2005,he didn't impresive me with his height,but yes his body. Always Evander is in good shape.
No way that he is 6'2. I would say 6'1 at the most. In fact,I'm 5'7,when I stepped next to him , in 2005,he didn't impresive me with his height,but yes his body. Always Evander is in good shape.
Dmeyer said on 27/Mar/15
Rampage(-_-_-)Clover says on 26/Nov/14
Rob, do you think 188cm out of bed is possible for Holyfield?
Might be how he claimed 6ft2
[Editor Rob: he could be near to that mark, 187-8 zone]
How can he be just 187-8cm morning at 186cm night , so maybe you think he is more. 185cm
Editor Rob
Rampage(-_-_-)Clover says on 26/Nov/14
Rob, do you think 188cm out of bed is possible for Holyfield?
Might be how he claimed 6ft2
[Editor Rob: he could be near to that mark, 187-8 zone]
How can he be just 187-8cm morning at 186cm night , so maybe you think he is more. 185cm
Editor Rob a few mm loss is possible, 185-6 range, over 187-8 in morning.
Rampage(-_-_-)Clover said on 15/Mar/15
@Oh_YEA: He was rounded up to 6ft2 and 6ft2½ for most of his career
@Oh_YEA: He was rounded up to 6ft2 and 6ft2½ for most of his career
james said on 8/Mar/15
He's 6'2 solid
He's 6'2 solid
Oh_YEA said on 20/Feb/15
Rampage his first CW title bout he was 6'1 I believe if he was 6ft1½ he would be rounded up to 6ft2
Rampage his first CW title bout he was 6'1 I believe if he was 6ft1½ he would be rounded up to 6ft2
Rampage(-_-_-)Clover said on 20/Feb/15
Rob, maybe he was 6ft1½ peak?
Rob, maybe he was 6ft1½ peak?
Rey said on 7/Feb/15
I say in between 6' and 3/4 "and 6' 1" a very weak six one. He was never six two. I met him two times. Compare him to other six two actors --he falls short.
I say in between 6' and 3/4 "and 6' 1" a very weak six one. He was never six two. I met him two times. Compare him to other six two actors --he falls short.
Rampage(-_-_-)Clover said on 26/Nov/14
Rob, do you think 188cm out of bed is possible for Holyfield?
Might be how he claimed 6ft2
Editor Rob
Rob, do you think 188cm out of bed is possible for Holyfield?
Might be how he claimed 6ft2
Editor Rob he could be near to that mark, 187-8 zone
Rampage(-_-_-)Clover said on 9/Oct/14
If he is/was 187cm, then 189cm could be an early morning height
If he is/was 187cm, then 189cm could be an early morning height
grizz said on 17/Jul/14
Rob, did he lose any height, given his age?
Editor Rob
Rob, did he lose any height, given his age?
Editor Rob I think he's held his height ok by 50, I don't think he's lost anything noticeable.
mike said on 17/Jun/14
he had almost four inches on Tyson. so 186-187 seems right for Evander. probably 6ft 2 out of bed in his prime don't know why he's listed 189 on other sites.
he had almost four inches on Tyson. so 186-187 seems right for Evander. probably 6ft 2 out of bed in his prime don't know why he's listed 189 on other sites.
yout said on 4/Jun/14
i am 5'5 with my shoes off and hair down, with my hair i am 4 inches taller and with shoes 3 inches taller so with that said i am 6 foot with hair and shoes
i am 5'5 with my shoes off and hair down, with my hair i am 4 inches taller and with shoes 3 inches taller so with that said i am 6 foot with hair and shoes
Steve said on 30/May/14
I'm a big boxing fan, and have seen Evander many times in Las Vegas, both in the ring and as a spectator.My best guestimate is that he's a fraction under 6'2".
I'm a big boxing fan, and have seen Evander many times in Las Vegas, both in the ring and as a spectator.My best guestimate is that he's a fraction under 6'2".
Gman said on 6/May/14
Disagree. Lewis may be slightly closer to the camera, even a foot closer would add height. Also, I see 4 inches MAX here. Evander is a strong 6'1" and Lewis is every bit of his reported 6'5".
Disagree. Lewis may be slightly closer to the camera, even a foot closer would add height. Also, I see 4 inches MAX here. Evander is a strong 6'1" and Lewis is every bit of his reported 6'5".
rockfellas said on 17/Apr/14
Click Here
the legit 6'4.5"(194cm) lennox lewis towers over holyfield. lewis is clearly 4-5 inches taller than holyfield. Same ground, same camera angle, no excuses. stop!
Click Here
the legit 6'4.5"(194cm) lennox lewis towers over holyfield. lewis is clearly 4-5 inches taller than holyfield. Same ground, same camera angle, no excuses. stop!
rockfellas said on 17/Apr/14
Junior31 says on 28/Mar/14
He's 6'1 and maybe now an quarter under.
and what i said, loser? i said he was 6ft or a little bit taller, so max max 6'1" to be extra generous. But one thing is sure: he was NOT over 6'1". that's what i said because he has been listed for years with a fake 6'2.5" (189cm). ahahah. so another example of overestimated height. Proven he was max max 6'1", why he has been listed 6'2.5" through all his boxing career? stop overestimating heights, and do not disturb me with your austrian hero, an epic example of overestimated sizes. fanboy.
Junior31 says on 28/Mar/14
He's 6'1 and maybe now an quarter under.
and what i said, loser? i said he was 6ft or a little bit taller, so max max 6'1" to be extra generous. But one thing is sure: he was NOT over 6'1". that's what i said because he has been listed for years with a fake 6'2.5" (189cm). ahahah. so another example of overestimated height. Proven he was max max 6'1", why he has been listed 6'2.5" through all his boxing career? stop overestimating heights, and do not disturb me with your austrian hero, an epic example of overestimated sizes. fanboy.
Junior31 said on 28/Mar/14
rockfellas says on 27/Mar/14
holyfield with 6'3" tony tucker:Click Here
he is clearly 3-4 inches shorter than tucker. So, he is 6ft or a shadow taller. He struggles with 6'1". One thing is sure: He is NOT over 6'1".
Lol so what's up you made a jerk of yourself with weak 5'11 peak Arnold claims and get proven wrong after Monday night raw and now you go to another page with more trolling height downgrades??
Answer me these questions about this photo
Can you see there feet?
Are they at the same angle?
Is there someone closer to the camera?
This is a terrible pic to gauge height. You desperately need to understand how footwear angles and proximity towards the camera interfere with gauging height. C'mon my man cut it out it's getting repetitive.
He's 6'1 and maybe now an quarter under
rockfellas says on 27/Mar/14
holyfield with 6'3" tony tucker:Click Here
he is clearly 3-4 inches shorter than tucker. So, he is 6ft or a shadow taller. He struggles with 6'1". One thing is sure: He is NOT over 6'1".
Lol so what's up you made a jerk of yourself with weak 5'11 peak Arnold claims and get proven wrong after Monday night raw and now you go to another page with more trolling height downgrades??
Answer me these questions about this photo
Can you see there feet?
Are they at the same angle?
Is there someone closer to the camera?
This is a terrible pic to gauge height. You desperately need to understand how footwear angles and proximity towards the camera interfere with gauging height. C'mon my man cut it out it's getting repetitive.
He's 6'1 and maybe now an quarter under
rockfellas said on 27/Mar/14
holyfield with 6'3" tony tucker:Click Here
he is clearly 3-4 inches shorter than tucker. So, he is 6ft or a shadow taller. He struggles with 6'1". One thing is sure: He is NOT over 6'1".
holyfield with 6'3" tony tucker:Click Here
he is clearly 3-4 inches shorter than tucker. So, he is 6ft or a shadow taller. He struggles with 6'1". One thing is sure: He is NOT over 6'1".
produce said on 26/Nov/13
IMO 6-2 seems possible if we take the picture
IMO 6-2 seems possible if we take the picture
dick dastardly said on 25/Nov/13
holyfield with lewis for their fight held in 1999: Click Here
Lewis is a legit 6'4.25"-6'4.5" (194cm). You can see holyfield is clearly 4 inches shorter than lewis. So holyfield is NOT over 6'1". For sure. He is/was 6ft -6'1" (183-185cm)
holyfield with lewis for their fight held in 1999: Click Here
Lewis is a legit 6'4.25"-6'4.5" (194cm). You can see holyfield is clearly 4 inches shorter than lewis. So holyfield is NOT over 6'1". For sure. He is/was 6ft -6'1" (183-185cm)
Vibram said on 18/Nov/13
I'd say 5" inches taller than rob. 6ft1 on the penny. Maybe 6ft1.5 in his prime during the 1990's. He's 50 in this pic and prob would of lost 1cm from all the weight training he still does. He reminds me of Frank Tenpenny from Grand Theft Auto San Andreas!
I'd say 5" inches taller than rob. 6ft1 on the penny. Maybe 6ft1.5 in his prime during the 1990's. He's 50 in this pic and prob would of lost 1cm from all the weight training he still does. He reminds me of Frank Tenpenny from Grand Theft Auto San Andreas!
Rampage(-_-_-)Clover said on 12/Nov/13
Around 186-187cm is right for both Will Smith and Evander Holyfield.
Around 186-187cm is right for both Will Smith and Evander Holyfield.
the shredder said on 11/Nov/13
I give Will 186 cm , he looks roughly the same to me and my friend met him and said he is clearly not 6'2 or 6'3
I give Will 186 cm , he looks roughly the same to me and my friend met him and said he is clearly not 6'2 or 6'3
superak said on 8/Nov/13
Rob is at the midpoint of Evanders Nose. I measure from the midpoint of my nose to the top of my head got between 5.25 and 5.5 inches. Holyfield is between 6'1.25" and 6'1.5". He also looks like he is leaning forward a bit.
Rob is at the midpoint of Evanders Nose. I measure from the midpoint of my nose to the top of my head got between 5.25 and 5.5 inches. Holyfield is between 6'1.25" and 6'1.5". He also looks like he is leaning forward a bit.
Lillo thomas said on 5/Nov/13
I would give evander 6'0.5 max based in the pic above .
Editor Rob
I would give evander 6'0.5 max based in the pic above .
Editor Rob the photo room was big so I saw a lot more guys beside evander...185-6 range is pretty much what he looked.
Mathew said on 4/Nov/13
Could even be close to 5".
Could even be close to 5".
Mathew said on 4/Nov/13
I'd call it a 4.5" difference in the photo.
I'd call it a 4.5" difference in the photo.
Mike 181 said on 3/Nov/13
6"3.5 Lennox Lewis?? Are you serious hes 6"5 and Evander 5"11 cmon yo lay off the pipe hes at least 6"1
6"3.5 Lennox Lewis?? Are you serious hes 6"5 and Evander 5"11 cmon yo lay off the pipe hes at least 6"1
Jordan said on 3/Nov/13
Top of Rob's head is at Holyfield's eye level. There is a minimum of 4.5 inches after that. He is at least 6'0.5" tall, Likely 6'1. If your seeing just a 4" Im not sure what to tell you.
Top of Rob's head is at Holyfield's eye level. There is a minimum of 4.5 inches after that. He is at least 6'0.5" tall, Likely 6'1. If your seeing just a 4" Im not sure what to tell you.
Ali said on 2/Nov/13
I am seeing 4 inches difference
I am seeing 4 inches difference
LG69 said on 1/Nov/13
@otep90, that's more than 3" of difference; it's at least 4.5".
@otep90, that's more than 3" of difference; it's at least 4.5".
the shredder said on 31/Oct/13
Lol that is not just 3 inches.
Lol that is not just 3 inches.
George said on 30/Oct/13
186cm tall. Will Smith 187cm. At least. Goodnight
186cm tall. Will Smith 187cm. At least. Goodnight
otep90 said on 29/Oct/13
6'1?? maybe no.. he look's 5'11'' (1.80m) because Rob is 5'8'' (1.73m)
6'1?? maybe no.. he look's 5'11'' (1.80m) because Rob is 5'8'' (1.73m)
Ace said on 25/Oct/13
I always thought he was closer to 6'1. In his fights with both Bowe and Lewis (both around 6'5) they announced him as 6'2, but the difference between him and the two men was clearly more than just three inches.
I always thought he was closer to 6'1. In his fights with both Bowe and Lewis (both around 6'5) they announced him as 6'2, but the difference between him and the two men was clearly more than just three inches.
dick dastardly said on 24/Oct/13
holyfield has been listed for years at 6'2.5" (189cm). Once again a clear overestimated height. As for many celebs. I can not understand why. He was clearly 3-4 inches shorter than legit 6'3.5"-(193-194cm) lennox lewis. Holyfield was a competitor at the olympic games held in LA-1984. He was 22 at the time, so no more growing. He was listed at 6'1" on the official paper. So we can say holyfield was 6ft-6'1", but anything over 6'1" is another fake. For sure.
holyfield has been listed for years at 6'2.5" (189cm). Once again a clear overestimated height. As for many celebs. I can not understand why. He was clearly 3-4 inches shorter than legit 6'3.5"-(193-194cm) lennox lewis. Holyfield was a competitor at the olympic games held in LA-1984. He was 22 at the time, so no more growing. He was listed at 6'1" on the official paper. So we can say holyfield was 6ft-6'1", but anything over 6'1" is another fake. For sure.
Lillo thomas. said on 24/Oct/13
Will smith always look a solid 3 inches shorter than legit 6'4 guys and solid 4 inches shorter than legit 6'5 guys . Sorry but no way in hell Will is 6'1.5 tall. Evander look shorter than 6'1 with rob in the pic above .
Will smith always look a solid 3 inches shorter than legit 6'4 guys and solid 4 inches shorter than legit 6'5 guys . Sorry but no way in hell Will is 6'1.5 tall. Evander look shorter than 6'1 with rob in the pic above .
Mathew said on 23/Oct/13
Alex 6ft 0 1/8 says on 16/Oct/13
Brad, G always claimed 5'8 and he also said that was his morning height but yet still claimed in in pics. Based on that I thought he was more like 5'7.25 evening but once the pics with him and Rob were shown he was 5'6 5/8-5'6 3/4
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Yeah that's kind of what I thought too. G claimed 5'8" was his morning height, so I always figured Rob was a little taller, but I didn't expect him to measure quite as short as 5'6 5/8". I thought he'd be like .75" taller than that.
Alex 6ft 0 1/8 says on 16/Oct/13
Brad, G always claimed 5'8 and he also said that was his morning height but yet still claimed in in pics. Based on that I thought he was more like 5'7.25 evening but once the pics with him and Rob were shown he was 5'6 5/8-5'6 3/4
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Yeah that's kind of what I thought too. G claimed 5'8" was his morning height, so I always figured Rob was a little taller, but I didn't expect him to measure quite as short as 5'6 5/8". I thought he'd be like .75" taller than that.
Original said on 23/Oct/13
Rob, do you really think that Nicolai Valuev is 10" taller than Holyfield?
Possible, minimum 8' inch difference.
Editor Rob
Rob, do you really think that Nicolai Valuev is 10" taller than Holyfield?
Possible, minimum 8' inch difference.
Editor Rob the guy does have a genuine big head, I think near 7ft is fair
Brad said on 20/Oct/13
Will Smith is 6' 1.5", he'd be in heeled footwear/Timbs with Holyfield most likely in flat boxing shoes or reg trainers in photos.
Will Smith is 6' 1.5", he'd be in heeled footwear/Timbs with Holyfield most likely in flat boxing shoes or reg trainers in photos.
Lenad said on 19/Oct/13
6'1ish. He actually looks taller next to rob than I thought
6'1ish. He actually looks taller next to rob than I thought
Mathew said on 18/Oct/13
He was most likely never over this listed height, 6'1.25". The Will Smith thing proves that, Will is 6'1.5" max (many even say 6'1" flat) and looks at least as tall if not slightly taller.
He was most likely never over this listed height, 6'1.25". The Will Smith thing proves that, Will is 6'1.5" max (many even say 6'1" flat) and looks at least as tall if not slightly taller.
Big T said on 18/Oct/13
He looks somewhere between 6' 1/2" and 6'1" here imo. Rob is basically at eye level and posture is similar, if anything Evander's is better.
I'm really not sure he needs to be listed any higher than the 6'1" I've always had him at. Anyway, another awesome photo and good to see my estimates pretty much confirmed. As with Tyson his height pretty much falls in the middle of the various estimates. Whoda thunk it?
He looks somewhere between 6' 1/2" and 6'1" here imo. Rob is basically at eye level and posture is similar, if anything Evander's is better.
I'm really not sure he needs to be listed any higher than the 6'1" I've always had him at. Anyway, another awesome photo and good to see my estimates pretty much confirmed. As with Tyson his height pretty much falls in the middle of the various estimates. Whoda thunk it?
Kyuss said on 17/Oct/13
6-1" prime,now a touch under.
6-1" prime,now a touch under.
Brad said on 17/Oct/13
G was as measured after hours of snoozing in a Volvo. Sal, don't forget the mustud. Up at 3 P.M. in The Bronx and criss-crossing miles of NYC with his bag of goodies he collapsed to 5' 6.5" by 10 P.M. in shots. Almost 200 pounds. I met most of his scribble set in '83, Fester,Blinky,Sheldon,Wild Wilma or whatever she was called. Like Stern's wack-pack. He fit in with them later. He did it for a living but never disclosed how you could buy from him. Read into that, I did. That's the main why he wanted me off besides the height. Head out window: and more napkins.
G was as measured after hours of snoozing in a Volvo. Sal, don't forget the mustud. Up at 3 P.M. in The Bronx and criss-crossing miles of NYC with his bag of goodies he collapsed to 5' 6.5" by 10 P.M. in shots. Almost 200 pounds. I met most of his scribble set in '83, Fester,Blinky,Sheldon,Wild Wilma or whatever she was called. Like Stern's wack-pack. He fit in with them later. He did it for a living but never disclosed how you could buy from him. Read into that, I did. That's the main why he wanted me off besides the height. Head out window: and more napkins.
the shredder said on 17/Oct/13
brad so do you think Will Smith is 6'1.75?
brad so do you think Will Smith is 6'1.75?
Brad said on 17/Oct/13
6' 1 and 3/4" prime. Yer right, I hate height liars on 111 celebrities 5' 8" listed but 5' 6.5" reality after 8 and don't be late.
6' 1 and 3/4" prime. Yer right, I hate height liars on 111 celebrities 5' 8" listed but 5' 6.5" reality after 8 and don't be late.
the shredder said on 17/Oct/13
Brad , are you really saying the 5'6 5/8th was G after a nap?
Brad , are you really saying the 5'6 5/8th was G after a nap?
Rampage(-_-_-)Clover said on 17/Oct/13
Rob, did he look 186cm in person?
Editor Rob
Rob, did he look 186cm in person?
Editor Rob well he seemed around 6ft 1, I can believe he got measured at that mark.
Mike 181 said on 16/Oct/13
Rob what kind of footwear?
Editor Rob
Rob what kind of footwear?
Editor Rob I had an inch, he had New Balance that didn't look much different, so very close
Alex 6ft 0 1/8 said on 16/Oct/13
Brad, G always claimed 5'8 and he also said that was his morning height but yet still claimed in in pics. Based on that I thought he was more like 5'7.25 evening but once the pics with him and Rob were shown he was 5'6 5/8-5'6 3/4
Brad, G always claimed 5'8 and he also said that was his morning height but yet still claimed in in pics. Based on that I thought he was more like 5'7.25 evening but once the pics with him and Rob were shown he was 5'6 5/8-5'6 3/4
Lillo Thomas said on 16/Oct/13
Brad meeting the G would be funny as hell . The G is a foot shorter than Brad 5'6 vs 6'6 . The ultimate smack down . The fact that Brad was the first one to point out the G height BS claims and Brad is foot taller is like the G worst nighmare .
Brad meeting the G would be funny as hell . The G is a foot shorter than Brad 5'6 vs 6'6 . The ultimate smack down . The fact that Brad was the first one to point out the G height BS claims and Brad is foot taller is like the G worst nighmare .
Mike 181 said on 16/Oct/13
Rob do you think closer to 6"2 in prime?
Editor Rob
Rob do you think closer to 6"2 in prime?
Editor Rob I don't think he's lost more than a tiny amount
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