Trump has long claimed to be 6 ft 3 in (≈ 191 cm). The List+1
However, according to a popular public database for celebrity heights, CelebHeights.com, his more realistic “bare-feet” height is listed at about 6 ft ¼ in (≈ 183.5 cm) — and “peak height” (when younger) maybe around 6 ft 2 in (≈ 188 cm). Celebrity Heights+1
Over time (as is common with aging), people may lose height. Some observers believe that the height gap between what Trump claims and what he appears now may be even wider.
What the photos & public comparisons show
There have been multiple widely shared photos and videos where Trump stands beside other well-known tall figures — and appears clearly shorter. For example, when seen beside people who are reportedly around 6 ft 2 in, Trump tends to look shorter by a noticeable margin. The List+1
A recent write-up chronicles “4 Times Trump Was Caught Lying About His Height” — pointing to arrest-records, public appearances, and media-shared imagery that challenge his 6′3″ claim. The List
This isn’t unique to Trump. Height illusions — due to posture, footwear (like lifts or elevator shoes), camera angles — are common among celebrities. Some exaggerate, some decline to correct misleading listings.
There’s an ongoing community effort by CelebHeights.com to estimate “real” heights — “bare-feet estimates” based on a mix of official documents, reported measurements, in-person encounters, and picture comparisons. Celebrity Heights+1
As noted by media coverage: “heights are rarely what they seem” — stars sometimes lie or exaggerate, either to fit industry expectations (too short vs too tall), or simply for vanity. Toofab+1
For instance: some stars admitted to lying about their height for casting purposes or public image.
