Fred Astaire Height and Weight

Fred Astaire was an American actor and dancer. He’s best known for his innovative and influential dance style, which blended tap, ballet, and modern techniques. Astaire’s career spanned over 70 years, with notable collaborations with Ginger Rogers in films like “Top Hat” and “Swing Time.” Some of his most famous songs include “Cheek to Cheek” and “Night and Day.”

Born Frederick Austerlitz on May 10, 1899, in Omaha, Nebraska, USA, and died on June 22, 1987, at the age of 88 in Los Angeles, California, USA.

How tall was Fred Astaire?

Fred Astaire’s height was 5ft 9in (175 cm).

How much did Fred Astaire weigh?

Fred Astaire weighed 134 lbs (61 kg).

“He ate lightly, as he had all his life. Often just one boiled egg and a cup of bouillon would see him through the day – until his last illness, he weighed 134-136 pounds, just about what he weighed when he was dancing.” – People, 1987

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Photo credit: Dancing Lady, 1933 © Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer.