Get ready to scrub in and join the surgical team of Grey’s Anatomy!
This long-running American medical drama has kept audiences on the edge of their seats for almost two decades, with over 400 episodes of gripping plotlines and captivating characters.
Whether you’ve been a fan since the very beginning or recently discovered the show through a Netflix binge-watch, there’s no denying the impact that Grey’s Anatomy has had on television.
Niko Terho, Caterina Scorsone, Jake Borelli, Camilla Luddington, Krista Vernoff, Chandra Wilson, James Pickens Jr., Midori Francis, Kim Raver, Adelaide Kane, Anthony Hill, Kelly McCreary, Alexis Floyd, Kevin McKidd, Chris Carmack, and Harry Shum Jr. attend PaleyFest LA 2023 – “Grey’s Anatomy” at Dolby Theatre on April 2, 2023, in Hollywood, California (Credit: Faye’s Vision / Cover Images)
While the cast has undergone significant changes throughout the years, with stars like Patrick Dempsey and Katherine Heigl moving on, the show’s lead Ellen Pompeo has remained a constant force in the series.
And with the addition of new faces like Alexis Floyd and Harry Shum Jr., the show continues to evolve and surprise us with each new season.
How tall is Ellen Pompeo?
Best known for her portrayal of Dr. Meredith Grey on the popular medical drama series Grey’s Anatomy, she stands at 5 feet 5 ½ inches (166.4 cm), slightly above the average height for a woman in the United States.
In 2020, Ellen Pompeo discussed her height in an episode of Armchair Expert, a weekly podcast hosted by American actors Dax Shepard and Monica Padman. While taller than the average woman, Pompeo said she wasn’t tall enough to pursue a modeling career.
“Well I was really just aiming to act,” she said about moving from Florida to New York City in 1995 to pursue an acting career.
Ellen Pompeo has portrayed Dr. Meredith Grey, the lead role in Grey’s Anatomy, since the show’s debut in 2005, while Chandra Wilson has played Dr. Miranda Bailey, one of the main characters and Chief of Surgery at Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital, since the first season of the show, which also premiered in 2005 (Credit: ABC)
“But in Miami, a couple of scouts, I don’t know if they still have them, but then they used to have modeling scouts, and a bunch of people would always walk up to me and say, hey, you know, I want you to be a model. And I was really I’m really short. I’m only five, six and a half. I’m like, yeah, and modeling is not my thing.”
“I’m really not interested in it. I’m not tall. And I did get a few free trips up to New York City. The agencies brought me up to New York a bunch of times to go on castings and meet photographers and stuff. And I got to get a little bit comfortable hanging out in New York and being in New York on my own. I would go into these rooms and there’d be like 12 girls in the room. They’re all nine feet tall and gorgeous.”
Ellen Pompeo, who stands at the height of 5 feet 5 ½ inches (166.4 cm), at the Michael Kors Collection Fall/Winter 2023 Runway Show during New York Fashion Week on February 15, 2023, in New York City (Credit: Janet Mayer / Startraksphoto / Cover Images)
Let’s delve into the fascinating world of Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital and rank the height of the current cast of this hit medical drama that has captured the hearts of millions worldwide.
1. Harry Shum Jr. (Benson “Blue” Kwan) – 5ft 11 in. (180.3 cm)
Harry Shum Jr., who stands 5ft 11 inches (180.3 cm) tall, portrays Benson “Blue” Kwan, a competitive and impatient surgical trainee in the latest season of Grey’s Anatomy.
Despite a family emergency that hampered his career goals, Kwan is determined to make a name among his Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital peers.
Harry Shum Jr. is a multi-talented performer of Costa Rican-American descent, known for his skills in acting, dancing, choreography, and singing, and he stands at the height of 5ft 11 (180.3 cm) (Credit: Kathy Hutchins / Shutterstock)
The 40-year-old Costa Rican-American actor has made a name for himself in the TV world, having first risen to fame as Mike Chang on Glee.
He later starred in the teenage hit show Shadowhunters, winning the People’s Choice Award for Best Male TV Star in 2018.
In October 2022, Harry Shum Jr. joined the cast of Grey’s Anatomy season 19 as Dr. Benson “Blue” Kwan, a surgical intern (Credit: ABC)
Shum Jr. has also appeared in the Crazy Rich Asians movie franchise as Charlie Wu and in a minor role in the sci-fi film Everything Everywhere All At Once alongside Michelle Yeoh and Ke Huy Quan.
2. Kevin McKidd (Owen Hunt) – 5ft 11 in. (180.3 cm)
Kevin McKidd, who is 5ft 11 inches (180.3 cm) tall, made his debut on Grey’s Anatomy in season 5 as the talented surgeon Owen Hunt, who brings with him a history of combat experience and PTSD from his time serving in Iraq.
Audiences have followed Owen’s character as he navigates the complexities of his personal and professional life, including his marriages to Cristina Yang and Amelia Shepherd and his relationship with Teddy Altman.
Grey’s Anatomy actors Kevin McKidd and Kim Raver play integral roles in the series as Dr. Owen Hunt and Dr. Teddy Altman (Credit: Faye’s Vision / Cover Images)
The 49-year-old Scottish actor’s acting talents extend far beyond Grey’s Anatomy. He starred in several notable movies, such as Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief in 2010, Home Sweet Hell in 2015, and Tulip Fever in 2017.
In addition to his live-action work, McKidd has made a mark in voice acting. He provided the voice for Reptillus Maximus in the ABC program Toy Story That Time Forgot and Lord MacGuffin in Brave. He also lent his voice to the character of Fenn Rau in the animated series Star Wars Rebels.
Kevin McKidd, who plays Dr. Owen Hunt in Grey’s Anatomy and made his directorial debut in the series, stands at 5ft 11 (180.3 cm) (Credit: ABC)
McKidd has also directed over 30 episodes of Grey’s Anatomy, showcasing his skills behind the camera.
3. Niko Terho (Lucas Adams) – 5ft 9 in. (175.26 cm)
Niko Terho is 5ft 9 inches (175.26 cm) tall and takes on the role of Lucas Adams in Grey’s Anatomy, a driven physician striving to prove his worth in the hospital. Despite his charm and likability, his academic performance must reflect his exceptional intellect.
The 27-year-old actor is no stranger to working with his co-star Jake Borelli, who portrays Dr. Levi Schmitt on the show. The duo previously collaborated on the 2020 comedy The Thing About Harry.
Niko Terho, who was raised in Barbados by a Bajan mother and Finnish father, moved to New York at age 18 to pursue his passion for acting (Credit: Kathy Hutchins / Shutterstock)
Terho’s first significant television role is on Grey’s Anatomy, where he debuted in 2019 with a brief appearance in the short film Howard.
Niko Terho portrays Lucas Adams, a first-year surgical intern at Grey Sloan in Grey’s Anatomy (Credit: ABC)
In addition, Terho appeared in an episode of Sweetbitter in 2018.
4. Kim Raver (Teddy Altman) – 5ft 7 ¼ in. (170.8 cm)
Kim Raver towers 5ft 7 ¼ inches (170.8 cm) and plays Teddy Altman, a cardiothoracic surgeon with a long and complicated history on Grey’s Anatomy.
Altman first appeared on the show in season 6 as a mentor to Cristina Yang, and her role expanded as she became involved in a love triangle with Hunt and Yang.
Manu Boyer, a French filmmaker and producer, met his wife Kim Raver met at a pool in 1999 and married a year later (Credit: Kathy Hutchins / Shutterstock)
She eventually left the show at the end of season 8 but returned as a recurring character in season 14 before becoming a series regular again in season 15.
In her career beyond Grey’s Anatomy, the 54-year-old American actress has been featured on several TV shows and films.
After departing the show in 2012, Raver appeared in Full Circle and had a recurring role on the NBC sci-fi series Revolution. She has since appeared on APB, Ray Donovan, and Designated Survivor.
Kim Raver, who stands at 5ft 7 ¼ (170.8 cm), joined Grey’s Anatomy in its sixth season for a recurring role as Dr. Teddy Altman, a cardiothoracic surgeon who was brought in by Dr. Owen Hunt, her former colleague from their time serving together in Iraq (Credit: ABC)
Raver is also well known for her performances as Audrey Raines on 24: Live Another Day and Kim Zambrano on Third Watch.
5. Alexis Floyd (Simone Griffith) – 5ft 7 in. (173 cm)
Alexis Floyd stands tall at 5ft 7 inches (173 cm) and plays the character of Simone Griffith, a bright, witty, and accomplished individual who grew up in a complicated household in Seattle.
Despite her impressive credentials, she avoids working at Grey Sloan due to her traumatic experience with the institution.
Alexis Floyd flaunted her legs in a Charlotte blouse and Doreen skirt from Sai Sankoh and Stuart Weitzman sandals to promote the 19th season of Grey’s Anatomy at the 2023 Paleyfest in Los Angeles on April 2, 2023 (Credit: Kathy Hutchins / Shutterstock)
The 29-year-old actress has had an impressive career, having previously appeared in Shondaland’s Inventing Anna as Neff, a fictionalized version of Neffatari Davis, a concierge at New York’s Hotel 11 Howard and a close friend of Anna Delvey portrayed by Julia Garner.
She has also been seen on Apple TV Plus’s Dickinson and Freeform’s The Bold Type.
Floyd’s talents extend beyond acting, as she has diverse skills. She is a talented violinist who has performed with the Youth Orchestra and has been trained in ballet at the Cleveland School of Ballet.
Alexis Floyd, an American actress born on December 22, 1993, is well-known for her role as Neff in Netflix’s Inventing Anna and was announced to be a series regular in the 19th season of Grey’s Anatomy on July 19, 2022 (Credit: ABC)
She has also acted in various musical theater productions at the Cleveland Playhouse and Cleveland Public Theater. Additionally, Simone has competed in figure skating, showcasing her athletic abilities.
6. Camilla Luddington (Jo Wilson) – 5ft 5 ⅛ in. (165.4 cm)
Camilla Luddington, a talented actress with a height of 5ft 5 ⅛ inches (165.4 cm), plays the role of Jo Wilson, who started as an intern at Grey Sloan and is a determined and hardworking individual.
Standing at the height of 5 feet 5 ⅛ inches (165.4 cm), Camilla Luddington wore O’Connor pants with a Stone blazer by Aknvas to promote the 19th season of Grey’s Anatomy at the 2023 Paleyfest in Los Angeles on April 2, 2023 (Credit: Kathy Hutchins / Shutterstock)
However, as the show progresses, it is revealed that she is a victim of domestic abuse, which significantly impacts her character and the plotlines.
Outside of Grey’s Anatomy, the 39-year-old British actress is best known for portraying the iconic character Lara Croft in the Tomb Raider video game series.
In July 2012, Camilla Luddington became a part of the cast of Grey’s Anatomy as Dr. Jo Wilson, initially in a recurring role, and was announced to be a series regular from season ten onward in June 2013 (Credit: ABC)
Aside from her leading role as Kate in William & Kate: The Movie in 2011, Luddington has also appeared in movies such as The Pact II in 2014, where she portrayed a crime scene cleaner, and The Healer in 2016 as Cecilia.
7. Adelaide Kane (Jules Millin) – 5ft 4 in. (162.6 cm)
Adelaide Kane is 5ft 4 inches (162.6 cm) tall and portrays Jules Millin, a little domineering but caring character who had to care for herself and her drug-addicted parents. Millin is willing to break the law to save a life, even though it occasionally lands her in trouble.
The 32-year-old Australian actress has appeared in various TV shows and movies.
Adelaide Kane, an Australian actress known for her roles in Teen Wolf, Reign, The Purge, and Neighbours, has a height of 5ft 4 inches (162.6 cm) (Credit: Kathy Hutchins / Shutterstock)
She first gained recognition for her performance as Lolly Allen in the Australian soap opera Neighbours and Tenaya 7 in the children’s show Power Rangers RPM.
However, she is best known for her role as Mary Stuart, Queen of Scots, in the CW historical romantic drama series Reign.
Adelaide Kane became a new intern on season 19 of Grey’s Anatomy in the fall of 2022 (Credit: ABC)
Aside from Grey’s Anatomy, Kane has also appeared in popular TV shows like Once Upon a Time, Teen Wolf, This Is Us, and SEAL Team.
8. Caterina Scorsone (Amelia Shepherd) – 5ft 4 in. (1.63 m)
Caterina Scorsone stands at 5ft 4 inches (1.63m) and portrays Amelia Shepherd. Throughout seasons 11 and 12, her character, Dr. Derek Shepherd’s younger sister, battles with her drug addiction recovery and an on-and-off relationship with Owen Hunt.
Caterina Scorsone, a Canadian actress, is known for her roles in TV shows such as 1-800 Missing, Grey’s Anatomy, and Private Practice, and has a height of 5 feet 3 inches (160 cm) (Credit: Kathy Hutchins / Shutterstock)
Aside from Grey’s Anatomy, the 41-year-old Canadian actress starred in the TV series Station 19 and Private Practice. She also had an appearance in the 2014 thriller movie The November Man.
Scorsone made her acting debut as a child on the Canadian children’s show Mr. Dressup and has since appeared in several movies, including the 2010 conspiracy action thriller film Edge of Darkness.
Caterina Scorsone played Dr. Amelia Shepherd, the sister of Derek Shepherd from Grey’s Anatomy, in the drama series Private Practice, and returned to Grey’s Anatomy in 2014 as a recurring guest star and was promoted to series regular status for the show’s eleventh season (Credit: ABC)
She has also appeared in various television shows, such as Crash, Missing, and Alice, where she played Callie Wilkinson, Jess Mastriani, and Alice Hamilton, respectively.
9. Kelly McCreary (Maggie Pierce) – 5ft 4 in. (162.6 cm)
Kelly McCreary stands 5ft 4 inches (162.6cm) and portrays Maggie Pierce.
She joined the cast as a guest star but later became a series regular after it was revealed in the season 10 finale that she was the daughter of Richard Webber and Ellis Grey, making her Meredith Grey’s half-sister.
Kelly McCreary’s height of 5 feet 4 inches (162.6 cm) is just about average for a woman raised in the United States (Credit: Kathy Hutchins / Shutterstock)
Maggie is a medical prodigy who finished medical school at age 19 and was appointed director of cardiothoracic surgery at age 27.
The 41-year-old American actress made her acting debut on television by lending her voice to several animated instructional programs for kids. She also lent her voice to the character of Dot in the Netflix cartoon series Harvey Girls Forever!
Kelly McCreary joined Grey’s Anatomy in 2014, playing the role of Dr. Maggie Pierce, the half-sister of the series’ protagonist, Meredith Grey, after guest-starring in two episodes of Scandal (Credit: ABC)
She made cameos on the shows Rubicon, I Just Want My Pants Back, and Castle, as well as multi-episode arcs on White Collar and Scandal.
Aside from Grey’s Anatomy, McCreary has also recurred as Maggie Pierce on ABC’s Station 19. She acted in several movies, including Life in 2015 and 88 in 2022.
10. Midori Francis (Mika Yasuda) – 5ft 2 in. (157 cm)
Midori Francis is 5ft 2 inches tall and stands out in her role as Mika Yasuda. Despite being mistreated at home, her character is determined to succeed in her medical program and advance to the top.
The 28-year-old American actress began acting as Emma Hsueh, an Anders Prep Academy student, on the TV show Gotham.
She’s received an Emmy nomination for her outstanding portrayal of Lily, an optimistic teenager, in the Netflix holiday romantic comedy Dash & Lily.
Midori Francis is an American actress with a height of 5 feet 2 inches (157 cm), known for her theater career, which earned her NYIT, Obie, and Drama Desk Awards, and for her role as Lily in the Netflix series Dash & Lily (2020), which earned her a Daytime Emmy nomination (Credit: Faye’s Vision / Cover Images)
In addition to these two shows, Francis appeared as Alicia in Mindy Kaling’s teen comedy-drama series The Sex Lives of College Girls.
She made her feature film debut in 2018 with Ocean’s 8 and appeared in South Mountain and Good Boys the following year.
It was announced in July 2022 that Midori Francis had been cast as a series regular for the 19th season of the medical drama Grey’s Anatomy (Credit: ABC)
Francis co-starred with Victoria Justice in the 2021 fantasy comedy Afterlife of the Party on Netflix. Recently, she and Jolene Purdy starred in the TV thriller film Unseen.
11. Chandra Wilson (Miranda Bailey) – 5ft (152.4 cm)
Chandra Wilson, who stands 5ft (152.4 cm) tall, has portrayed Miranda Bailey in Grey’s Anatomy since its inception.
Initially introduced to viewers as “The Nazi” because of her stern demeanor and unwillingness to tolerate nonsense, Bailey shows genuine care and concern for her interns and works tirelessly to ensure their success.
Chandra Wilson stands at a height of 5 feet (152.4 cm), which is slightly below the average height for a woman in the United States (Credit: Kathy Hutchins / Shutterstock)
Wilson began her acting career in the theater, making her stage debut in New York in 1991. She later began to get guest appearances on various prime-time television programs and made her on-screen debut in the 1993 movie Philadelphia.
The 53-year-old actress’s portrayal of Bailey has earned Wilson four Emmy nominations during her lengthy tenure on the show.
Chandra Danette Wilson has starred as Dr. Miranda Bailey in the popular ABC television drama Grey’s Anatomy since 2005, a role which has earned her four Emmy nominations for Best Supporting Actress (Credit: ABC)
Additionally, she has appeared in several films, including A Single Woman in 2008, Frankie & Alice in 2010, and Christmas Harmony in 2018.
She also made a guest appearance on General Hospital in 2019. Wilson has also portrayed Bailey on spin-off shows Station 19 and Private Practice.