80 Short Celebrity Women Who Are 5 Feet, 2 Inches Tall or Under

Reese Witherspoon

Reese Witherspoon’s height: 5′ 1″ or 155 cm

Born March 22, 1976, Reese Witherspoon’s breakthrough happened when she starred in Cruel Intentions and Election in 1999. After more sucess with Legally Blonde and Sweet Home Alabama, she won an Oscar for portraying June Carter Cash in the musical biopic Walk the Line. 

She later launched her production empire, Hello Sunshine, under which she has produced and starred in Big Little Lies, Little Fires Everywhere and more.

Eva Longoria

Eva Longoria’s height: 5′ 1″ or 155 cm

Eva Longoria, born March 15, 1975, is best known for her role in Desperate Housewives. In 2023 Longoria made her feature directorial debut with Flamin’ Hot.

Cynthia Erivo

Cynthia Erivo’s height: 5′ 1″ or 155 cm

Grande is the same height as Wicked co-star Cynthia Erivo who was born on January 8, 1987. The British star found fame in the Broadway revival of The Color Purple which earned her a Tony award in 2016. 

Ariana Grande

Ariana Grande’s height: 5′ 1″ or 155 cm

With a voice that can fill up arenas, it’s hard to believe Ariana Grande’s height. The singer was born on June 26, 1993 and started out as a Broadway star and, later, a Nickelodeon actress on Victorious and Sam & Cat before becoming a pop icon. 

The two-time Grammy winner is known for hits like Break Free,Thank U, Next and Positions. 

Stephanie Hsu

Stephanie Hsu’s height: 5′ 0″ or 152 cm

Born on November 25, 1990, Stephanie Hsu had breakout success in 2022 with her dual role as Joy Wang and Jobu Tupaki in Everything Everywhere All at Once, which earned her an Oscar nomination. 

Erykah Badu

Erykah Badu’s height: 5′ 0″ or 152 cm

Born on February 26, 1971, Erykah Badu rose to prominence in the 1990s with hits like “Next Lifetime,” “On & On” and “Bag Lady.”

Simone Biles

Simone Biles’s height: 4′ 8″ or 142 cm

Simone Biles was born on March 14, 1997. She most decorated gymnast in history and is widely considered the greatest gymnast of all time. 

Kim Kardashian

Kim Kardashian’s height: 5′ 2″ or 157 cm

Billionaire mogul Kim Kardashian was born on October 21, 1980. After becoming known as a socialite, her family began their successful reality series Keeping Up With The Kardashians, which ended in 2021 before the family shifted to Hulu with their series, The Kardashians. She is also the founder of several beauty and fashion empires including KKW Beauty and Skims. 

Kourtney Kardashian

Kourtney Kardashian’s height: 5′ 1″ or 155 cm

Kim older sister Kourtney was born on April 18, 1979 and also starred in the family’s hit reality series as well as leading various spin-offs. 

America Ferrera

America Ferrera’s height: 5′ 1″ or 155 cm

American Ferrera was born on April 18, 1984. She found mainstream fame on comedy-drama Ugly Betty, which earned her a Golden Globe and an Emmy. In 2024, she received an Oscar nomination for her role in Barbie.  

Dolly Parton

Dolly Parton’s height: 5′ 0″ or 152 cm

Country music legend Dolly Parton was born on January 19, 1946. Her career has spanned over fifty years and she is one of the best-selling music artists of all time.

Linda Phan

Linda Phan’s height: 5′ 1″ or 155 cm

Drew Scott and wife Linda Phan are one of several celebrity couples with major height differences. Phan, who married the Property Brothers star in 2018, serves as the creative director of Scott Brothers Entertainment.

Patricia Arquette

Patricia Arquette’s height: 5′ 1″ or 155 cm

Patricia Arquette was born on April 8, 1968. She is the star of many critcically acclaimed films like True Romance, Ed Wood and Flirting with Disaster. In 2015, she won the Best Supporting Actress Oscar for her role in Boyhood.

Adrienne Bailon-Houghton

Adrienne Bailon-Houghton’s height: 4′ 11″ or 151 cm

Born October 24, 1983, Adrienne Bailon-Houghton rose to fame as a member of girl group The Cheetah Girls and appeared in The Cheetah Girls movie franchise. From 2013 to 2022, she was a co-host of the daytime talk show The Real, which won her a Daytime Emmy Award.

Natasha Leggero

Natasha Leggero’s height: 4′ 11″ or 151 cm

Comedian Natasha Leggero was born on March 26, 1974. She rose to fame as the host of MTV reality series The 70s House in 2005 and as a regular panelist on Chelsea, Lately.

Meghan McCain

Meghan McCain’s height: 5′ 1″ or 155 cm

Senator John McCain’s daughter Meghan was born on October 23, 1984. She gained media attention in 2007 while blogging her experience during her father’s unsuccessful presidential campaign. She co-hosted The View from 2017 until 2021. 

Kristen Bell

Kristen Bell’s height: 5′ 1″ or 155 cm

Kristen Bell is often towered over by husband Dax Shepard, who she married in 2013. The actress was born on July 18, 1980 and is best known for roles in Veronica Mars, Frozen and The Good Place.

Kristin Chenoweth

Kristin Chenoweth’s height: 4′ 11″ or 151 cm

Born July 24, 1968, Kristin Chenoweth won her first Tony in 1999 for her Broadway performance as Sally Brown in You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown. In 2003, she originated the role of Glinda in the musical Wicked.

She also acted on screen in Glee, The Pink Panther and more.

Shakira

Shakira’s height: 5′ 2″ or 157 cm

Colombian superstar Shakira was born on February 2, 1977 and is considered the the “Queen of Latin Music” thanks to hits like “Ciega, Sordomuda,” “Whenever, Wherever,” “La Tortura” and “Hips Don’t Lie.”

Christina Ricci

Christina Ricci’s height: 5′ 1″ or 155 cm

Former child star Christina Ricci was born on February 12, 1980 and made her film debut at age nine in Mermaids. Her breakout role was as Wednesday Addams in The Addams Family and Addams Family Values. Her more recent roles include Yellowjackets, which earned her Emmy and Golden Globe nominations. 

Paula Abdul

Paula Abdul’s height: 5′ 0″ or 152 cm

Paula Abdul, born June 19, 1962, started out as a choreographer for Janet Jackson before kickstarting her own music career with hits like “Opposites Attract.” She was one of the original judges on American Idol.

Mae Whitman

Mae Whitman’s height: 5′ 1″ or 155 cm

Mae Whitman was born on June 9, 1988. She is known for roles in Arrested Development, The Perks of Being a Wallflower and The DUFF.

Ashley Olsen & Mary-Kate Olsen

Ashley Olsen and Mary-Kate Olsen’s height: 5′ 1″ or 155 cm

Identical twins Ashley Olsen and Mary-Kate Olsen were born on June 13, 1986. They began their career playing Michelle Tanner in Full House before starring in a long string of hit TV movies. 

By 2012, they had moved entirely away from acting and were focused on their successful fashion brand The Row. 

Kylie Minogue

Kylie Minogue’s height: 5′ 0″ or 152 cm

Australian superstar Kylie Minogue was born on May 28, 1968. Thanks to hits like “I Should Be So Lucky” and “Can’t Get You Out of My Head,” she has sold over 80 million records worldwide. 

Vanessa Hudgens

Vanessa Hudgens’ height: 5′ 1″ or 155 cm

Vanessa Hudgens was born on December 14, 1988 and rose to fame in Disney Channel’s High School Musical franchise. She also appeared in Spring Breakers, Tick, Tick… Boom! and The Princess Switch franchise. 

Lady Gaga

Lady Gaga’s height: 5′ 1″ or 155 cm

Born March 28, 1986, Lady Gaga’s music career had breakthrough success in 2008 with hits like “Poker Face” and “Just Dance.” Later hits like “Born This Way” and “Rain On Me” helped make her one of the world’s best selling music artists. 

Gaga also starred in movie hits House of Gucci and A Star is Born, which earned her an Oscar nomination. 

Hayden Panettiere

Hayden Panettiere’s height: 5′ 0″ or 152 cm

Born on August 21, 1989, Hayden Panettiere has been acting since she was a child and is best known for roles in Heroes, the Scream franchise and Nashville.

Amy Poehler

Amy Poehler’s height: 5′ 2″ or 157 cm

The hilarious Amy Poehler was born on September 16, 1971. She found fame during her eight season run on Saturday Night Live before producing and starring in Parks and Recreation, which won her a Golden Globe in 2013. 

She is also known for movies Mean Girls, Blades of Glory and Baby Mama.

Anna Kendrick

Anna Kendrick’s height: 5′ 2″ or 157 cm

After early roles in Camp and The Twilight Saga, Anna Kendrick became known for the comedy-drama film Up in the Air, which earned her a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress, and for her starring role in the Pitch Perfect film series. She was born August 9, 1985.

Hilary Duff

Hilary Duff’s height: 5′ 2″ or 157 cm

Born September 28, 1987, Hilary Duff became a teen idol in the early 2000s thanks to her titular role in Disney Channel’s Lizzie McGuire. She also had a successful music career with her second album, Metamorphosis, going platinum four times.

Her other notable roles include Cadet Kelly, The Haunting of Sharon Tate and How I Met Your Father.

Anna Chlumsky

Anna Chlumsky’s height: 5′ 2″ or 157 cm

Born December 3, 1980, Anna Chlumsky became famous for her lead roles in My Girl and My Girl 2 in the early 90s. As an adult, she played Amy Brookheimer in comedy series Veep from 2012 until 2019, which earned her six Emmy nominations.

Emilia Clarke

Emilia Clarke’s height: 5′ 2″ or 157 cm

Emilia Clarke was born on October 23, 1986. She is best known for role in Game of Thrones, which earned her four Emmy nominations. 

Chandra Wilson

Chandra Wilson’s height: 5′ 0″ or 152 cm

Chandra Wilson, born August 27, 1969, is best known for her role as Dr. Miranda Bailey in Grey’s Anatomy.

Nicole Richie

Nicole Richie’s height: 5′ 1″ or 155 cm

Also in the 5′ 1″ gang is Nicole Richie. The reality star was born in 1981 before being adopted by singer Lionel Richie and his first wife Brenda Harvey at 3 years old. She became a household name when she starred alongside Paris Hilton in The Simple Life. 

Jada Pinkett Smith

Jada Pinkett Smith’s height: 4′ 11″ or 151 cm

Another short superstar with a major impact is Baltimore native Jada Pinkett Smith. Born September 18, 1971, Pinkett Smith started her career as an actress with roles in A Different World, Scream 2 and Madagascar. She was also the lead singer of Wicked Wisdom. Since 2019, she has co-hosted Red Table Talk.

She has been married to Will Smith since 1997 but separated since 2016.

Candace Cameron Bure

Candace Cameron Bure’s height: 5′ 2″ or 157 cm

Candace Cameron Bure is best known for portraying D.J. Tanner on Full House and its sequel series Fuller House and for her work in various roles on the Hallmark channel. She was born on April 6, 1976.

Melissa Rauch

Melissa Rauch’s height: 4′ 11″ or 151 cm

Actress Melissa Rauch was born on June 23, 1980 and is best known for playing Bernadette Rostenkowski-Wolowitz on the CBS sitcom The Big Bang Theory. 

Jennifer Love Hewitt

Jennifer Love Hewitt’s height: 5′ 2″ or 157 cm

Another of our 5′ 2″ stars, Jennifer Love Hewitt, was born on February 21, 1979. She began her career as a child actress and singer on Disney’s Kids Incorporated. Her first album was released when she was 12. As an adult, she starred in the Garfield movies and drama series 9-1-1.

Christina Milian

Christina Milian’s height: 5′ 2″ or 157 cm

Maryland native Christina Milian was born on September 26, 1981 and found fame at just 20 years old with her hit song “AM to PM.” She later branched into acting with roles in hits like Love Don’t Cost a Thing and sitcom Grandfathered.

Jenna Dewan

Jenna Dewan’s height: 5′ 2″ or 157 cm

Jenna Dewan, born December 3, 1980, started her career as a backup dancer for stars like Janet Jackson, Missy Elliot and another pint-sized star Christina Aguilera. Her breakout role was in 2006’s Step Up, where she met Channing Tatum who she was married to from 2009 until 2019. 

Camila Cabello

Camila Cabello’s height: 5′ 2″ or 157 cm

Camila Cabello was the youngest, and almost the smallest, member of Fifth Harmony when she found fame on The X Factor before they went on to become one of the best-selling girl groups of all time. 

She launched a solo career in late 2016 and found success with hits like “Havana,” “Señorita” and “Oh My Oh My.”

Sarah Hyland

Sarah Hyland’s height: 5′ 1″ or 155 cm

Sarah Hyland, born November 24, 1990, found fame at a young age thanks to her role in Modern Family. From 2022 until 2023, she hosted Love Island USA.

Constance Wu

Constance Wu’s height: 5′ 1″ or 155 cm

Constance Wu was born on March 22, 1982 in Viriginia and hit the big time when she starred in Fresh Off the Boat from 2015 until 2020, a show that earned her four nominations for the Critics’ Choice Television Award for Best Actress in a Comedy Series.

Other successes include Crazy Rich Asians, Hustlers and Lyle, Lyle Crocodile.

Quinta Brunson

Quinta Brunson’s height: 4′ 11″ or 151 cm

Born on December 21, 1989, Quinta Brunson first gained a following in 2014 due to her viral Instagram comedy series, Girl Who Has Never Been On a Nice Date.

She built up her fame further while writing, starring and producing for Buzzfeed before finding household fame when she wrote and produced Emmy-winning series Abbott Elementary. 

Camila Mendes

Camila Mendes’ height: 5′ 2″ or 157 cm

Born on June 29, 1994, Mendes rose to fame as Veronica Lodge in The CW’s Riverdale. She has since starred in black comedy Do Revenge and rom-coms Upgrade and Música.

Judi Dench

Judi Dench’s height: 5′ 1″ or 155 cm

Dame Judi Dench is widely considered one of Britain’s greatest actors thanks to her seven decade career on stage and screen. Born on December 9, 1934, Dench is an eight-time Oscar nominee — and one-time winner for her role in Shakespeare in Love. 

Sabrina Carpenter

Sabrina Carpenter’s height: 4′ 11″ or 151 cm

Sabrina Carpenter’s height is no match for the larger-than-life impact she has had on pop culture in recent years with hits like “Espresso” and “Please, Please, Please.” Born on May 11, 1999, she began her career as a child actress in Girl Meets World before pivoting to music and finding mainstream success after opening for Taylor Swift during The Eras Tour in 2023. 

AnnaSophia Robb

AnnaSophia Robb’s height: 5′ 0″ or 152 cm

Most of us were first introducted to AnnaSophia Robb, who was born in December 8, 1993, in her film debut Because of Winn-Dixie (2005), followed by her role as Violet Beauregarde in Tim Burton’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2005). She also starred in Bridge to Terabithia and played Carrie Bradshaw on The CW’s series The Carrie Diaries.

Maren Morris

Maren Morris’ height: 5′ 1″ or 155 cm

Maren Morris’ short stature was more noticable than ever during her relationship with her 6′ 3″ ex-husband Ryan Hurd, who she split from in 2023. The Texas native was born on April 10, 1990 and had her country music breakthrough in 2016 with her album Hero. Another hit includes “My Church” which earned her a Grammy award. 

Dove Cameron

Dove Cameron’s height: 5′ 2″ or 157cm

Former Disney star Dove Cameron was born Chloe Celeste Hosterman on January 15, 1996 but we met her after her breakthrough role as the titular character in Disney channel’s Liv and Maddie. She later appeared in the Descendants movie series and branched into music with her 2023 debut album Alchemical: Volume 1.

Jhené Aiko

Jhené Aiko’s height: 5′ 2″ or 157cm

R&B singer Jhené Aiko was born in March 16, 1988 and raised in Los Angeles. Aiko had early success with features on songs with Drake and Childish Gambino, as well as future on-off partner Big Sean, with whom she welcomed a son in 2022. Her 2013 song “The Worst” went quintuple platinum and she later received three Grammy nominations for her 2020 album Chilombo.

Lily Allen

Lily Allen’s height: 5′ 2″ or 157cm

British singer Lily Allen was born in London on May 2, 1985. Raised in the English capital, she found commercial success in 2006 with her hit single “Smile.” Her follow up hits include “The Fear” and “Not Fair.” 

Bindi Irwin

Bindi Irwin’s height: 4′ 11″ or 151 cm

Born July 24, 1998, Bindi Irwin is the oldest child of conservationist and television personality Steve Irwin and his conservationist wife, Terri Irwin, who owns the Australia Zoo. She was a public figure from a young age thanks to her late-dad’s various wildlife TV shows. She won season 21 of Dancing with the Stars.

Christina Aguilera

Christina Aguilera’s height: 5′ 2″ or 157 cm

Born December 18, 1980, it didn’t take long for Christina Aguilera’s four-octave vocal range to dominate the airwaves. After appearing on The All-New Mickey Mouse Club, Aguilera’s singing career dominated the early 2000s with hits like “Genie in a Bottle,” “Dirrty” and “Beautiful.” 

Lil’ Kim

Lil’ Kim’s height: 4′ 11″ or 151 cm

Queen of Rap Lil’ Kim was born on July 11, 1974 and was discovered by fellow rapper The Notorious B.I.G. at 20 years old. She is known for hits like “Not Tonight” and “Lady Marmalade,” which won her a Grammy. 

Jenna Ortega

Jenna Ortega’s height: 5′ 1″ or 155 cm

Jenna Ortega, born on September 27, 2002, gained recognition for her role as young Jane in Jane the Virgin before solidifying her status with her role as Wednesday Addams in Netflix’s Wednesday. She also had roles in The Fallout, Scream, X and Scream VI. 

Keiko Agena

Keiko Agena’s height: 5′ 1″ or 155 cm

Keiko Agena, born October 3, 1973, is mostly known for playing Lane Kim in Gilmore Girls and Dr. Edrisa Tanaka in Prodigal Son.

Brenda Song

Brenda Song’s height: 5′ 2″ or 157 cm

Born on March 27, 1988, Brenda Song gained recognition for Wendy Wu: Homecoming Warrior, and her role as London Tipton in the Disney’s The Suite Life franchise. She has also starred in Dollface and Love Accidentally.

Angela Kinsey

Angela Kinsey’s height: 5′ 1″ or 155 cm

Angela Kinsey was born on June 25, 1971 and is best known playing Angela Martin in the sitcom The Office.

Jennette McCurdy

Jennette McCurdy’s height: 5′ 2″ or 157 cm

Former Nickelodeon star Jennette McCurdy was born on June 26, 1992 and had her breakout role as Sam Puckett on iCarly and spin-off series Sam & Cat. In 2018, she quit acting to focus on writing and directing. In 2020, she released a bombshell memoir titled I’m Glad My Mom Died, which detailed abuse she faced as a child star and at the hands of her late-mother. 

Debbie Allen

Debbie Allen’s height: 5′ 2″ or 157 cm

Born January 16, 1950, Debbie Allen is a 20-time Emmy nominee, who has won five times, two-time Tony winner and one-time Golden Globe winner. She starred in and choreographed TV musical drama Fame and is known for her role as Dr. Catherine Avery in Grey’s Anatomy.

Giada De Laurentiis

Giada De Laurentiis’s height: 5′ 2″ or 157 cm

Italian-American chef Giada De Laurentiis was born on August 22, 1970. Host of Giada At Home, she is an entrepreneur, writer, and television personality. 

Melissa McCarthy

Melissa McCarthy’s height: 5′ 2″ or 157 cm

Melissa McCarthy was born on August 26, 1970. She rose to fame playing Sookie St. James in Gilmore Girls. She received an Oscar nomination for her role in Bridesmaids and won an Emmy for her role in Mike & Molly. 

Alyssa Milano

Alyssa Milano’s height: 5′ 2″ or 157 cm

Alyssa Milano was born on December 19, 1972 and is known for roles in Who’s the Boss?, Melrose Place and Charmed and for her activism in the #MeToo movement. 

Awkwafina

Awkwafina’s height: 5′ 1″ or 155 cm

Awkwafina was born on June 2, 1988. Her early roles include Girl Code, Ocean’s 8 and Crazy Rich Asians. She is the writer, producer and star of semi-autobiographical comedy series Awkwafina From Queens.

Zoë Kravitz

Zoë Kravitz’s height: 5′ 2″ or 157 cm

Zoë Kravitz, the only daughter of musician Lenny Kravitz and actress Lisa Bonet, was born on December 1, 1988. She has played lead roles in shows Big Little Lies and High Fidelity. She played Catwoman in 2022’s The Batman and made her directorial debut in 2024 with Blink Twice.

Lisa Bonet

Lisa Bonet’s height: 5′ 2″ or 157 cm

Just like her daughter, Lisa Bonet is on the shorter side but makes up for it with her large personality. Born on November 16, 1967, Bonet’s breakout role was as  Denise Huxtable on The Cosby Show. Other notable work include Enemy of the State and Life on Mars. 

Kate Mara

Kate Mara’s height: 5′ 2″ or 157 cm

Actress Kate Mara was born on February 27, 1983 to billionaire parents whose ancestors founded the New York Giants and the Pittsburgh Steelers. She is known for roles in House of Cards, A Teacher and Fantastic Four.

Nicki Minaj

Nicki Minaj’s height: 5′ 2″ or 157 cm

Trinidadian-born rapper Nicki Minaj was born on December 8, 1982. She is often credited with paving the way for a new generation of female rappers. She’s known for songs “Super Bass,” “Anaconda” and “Super Freaky Girl.”

Billie Lourd

Billie Lourd’s height: 5′ 1″ or 155 cm

Carrie Fisher’s daughter Billie Lourd was born on July 17, 1992. She is known for roles in Booksmart, Scream Queens and American Horror Story.

Susan Lucci

Susan Lucci’s height: 5′ 1″ or 155 cm

Born December 23, 1946, Susan Lucci is known for portraying Erica Kane on All My Children during the show’s entire run from 1970 to 2011. 

Lucy Hale

Lucy Hale’s height: 5′ 2″ or 157 cm

Best known as Aria Montgomery in teen mystery drama Pretty Little Liars, Lucy Hale was born on June 14, 1989.

Salma Hayek

Salma Hayek’s height: 5′ 2″ or 157 cm

Born September 2, 1966, Mexican actress Salma Hayek received early success with her Oscar-nominated role in 2002’s Frida. Other successes include Once Upon a Time in Mexico, which she also produced, and House of Gucci.

Janelle Monáe

Janelle Monáe’s height: 5′ 0″ or 152 cm

10-time Grammy nominated singer Janelle Monáe was born on December 1, 1985. She is known for hits like “I Like That,” “Pynk” and “Tightrope.” She received critical acclaim for acting roles in Moonlight, Hidden Figures and Glass Onion.

Shawn Johnson

Shawn Johnson’s height: 4′ 11″ or 151 cm

Four-time Olympic medalist Shawn Johnson was born on January 19, 1992. She competed for Team USA gymnastic in the 2008 Bejing Olympics. She retired from gymnastics in 2012.

Emma Roberts

Emma Roberts’s height: 5′ 2″ or 157 cm

Actress Emma Roberts was born on February 10, 1991. She is the daughter of actress Eric Roberts and niece of Julia Roberts. She gained recognition for leading Nickelodeon teen sitcom Unfabulous from 2004 until 2007. Further recognition came when she starred in American Horror Story and Scream Queens.

Stevie Nicks

Stevie Nicks’s height: 5′ 1″ or 155 cm

Singer-songwriter and music legend Stevie Nicks was born on May 26, 1948. Nicks is known for fronting Fleetwood Mac and for her solo work, and is the voice behind iconic tracks like “Landslide,” “Rhiannon,” “Dreams” and “Edge of Seventeen.”

Rachel Zegler

Rachel Zegler’s height: 5′ 2″ or 157 cm

Born on May 3, 2001, Rachel Zegler had her breakout playing María in Steven Spielberg’s West Side Story in 2021, for which she won a Golden Globe. She also starred in The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes.

Nicola Coughlan

Nicola Coughlan’s height: 5′ 1″ or 155 cm

Irish actress Nicola Coughlan was born on 9 January 1987 and is known for her roles in Derry Girls and as Penelope Featherington in Netflix’s Bridgerton.

Halle Bailey

Halle Bailey’s height: 5′ 2″ or 157 cm

Singer and actress Halle Bailey, born March 27, 2000, started out as one half of the musical duo Chloe x Halle with her sister Chloe Bailey. The duo had hits with songs “Grown” and “Do It.” In 2023, she released her debut solo single “Angel.” 

In acting, she played Ariel in The Little Mermaid and had a supporting role in The Color Purple.

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