How Tall Is Elizabeth Debicki? All About the Actress Playing Diana
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Actress Elizabeth Debicki makes quite an impression as she gracefully portrays Princess Diana in the latter seasons of Netflix's hit drama The Crown. While the Australian actress has been building an impressive resumé for years, her empathetic performance as the compassionate yet troubled Princess of Wales has turned her into a global star. Debicki's commanding height paired with her emotional depth allow her to capture Diana's unforgettable presence and elegant spirit alike.
With Season 6, Part 1 of the show out now, all eyes are on the 33-year-old star. So, who is Debicki? Read on for more about the actress, from what she's been in to how tall she stands.
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Who plays Diana on The Crown?
Australian actress Elizabeth Debicki portrays Diana, Princess of Wales in Seasons 5 and 6 of the popular Netflix series The Crown. She took over the role from Emma Corrin, who played a younger Diana in Season 4.
The opportunity to portray the beloved icon was, in Debicki's words, "a very difficult and also very beautiful thing to be asked to do as an actor." She called depicting the late princess' life and struggles "harrowing," yet noted there was also "a sort of grace to it."
Debicki captured the princess' signature style, mannerisms and voice in the show's fifth season. She delivered a nuanced performance that highlights Diana's compassion as well as her struggles within the royal family.
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How tall is Elizabeth Debicki, the actress who plays Diana on The Crown?
Elizabeth Debicki stands at 6'3" tall. Her height has been a frequent topic of discussion throughout her acting career.
In a 2016 BBC America interview, Debicki revealed she "used to slump a lot" as a self-conscious teen. But she learned to embrace her height. "You just have to accept it, or it will be a burden for your whole life," she said.
Debicki has further revealed that she's often asked how she feels about being so tall, but she tries not to let the prodding wear her down. As she told Vulture in 2018, "I think my height is something ... I mean, you’re probably the first journalist who’s not asked me directly about it in question three: How do you feel about being tall? How has it affected your work?"
She recalls a director gently reminding her not to slouch or compensate for others' height on set. "I remember being really struck by it, because I hadn’t realized I was doing it," Debicki said.
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How much taller is Elizabeth Debicki than Princess Diana?
Princess Diana was 5'10", making her five inches shorter than Debicki. However, Diana often wore heels, which minimizes the real-life height difference between them.
Debicki uses her height to her advantage when portraying Diana's stature and sophistication. She also beautifully captured Diana's soft voice and warm demeanor that endeared the people's princess to the public. As awards season heats up, expect more chatter around Debicki and her moving portrayal of a beloved icon who stood tall in life and on the screen.
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What else has Elizabeth Debicki been in?
While The Crown has made her globally famous, Debicki already had an impressive resumé before joining the show. Some of her most notable projects include:
Baz Luhrmann's 2013 adaptation of The Great Gatsby
The Man from U.N.C.L.E (2015)
The Night Manager with Tom Hiddleston (2016)
Valerian (2017)
Tenet (2020)
She also portrayed Madame in a 2014 Sydney Theatre Company production of The Maids with Cate Blanchett.
Is Elizabeth Debicki French?
Despite her Polish surname and French birthplace, Elizabeth Debicki does not consider herself French (or Polish). She was born in Paris because her parents, both ballet dancers, were performing there at the time. When Debicki was five, her family moved home to Melbourne, Australia. So she identifies as Australian but also holds a French passport. Currently, she lives in London.
Has Elizabeth Debicki won any awards for playing Princess Diana?
Not yet, but for her performance in The Crown Season 5, Debicki garnered several prestigious award nominations, including:
Primetime Emmy nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series
Golden Globe nomination for Best Supporting Actress in a TV Series
SAG Award nomination for Outstanding Female Actor in a Drama Series
Given the widespread praise for her compassionate portrayal of Diana, some prognosticators consider her a frontrunner in her races.
What seasons of The Crown is Elizabeth Debicki in?
Debicki joined The Crown for Season 5, which covers the tumultuous 1990s for the royal family, including Diana's separation from then Prince Charles.
She'll also appear as Princess Diana in the show's upcoming sixth and final season, which premieres its first part, consisting of four episodes, on Nov. 16.
