How tall is Kevin Hart? Heidi Klum towering over World Cup draw co-host goes viral at ceremony

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FIFA enlisted a number of luminaries to lead its 2026 World Cup draw coverage, chief among them the celebrity duo of Kevin Hart and Heidi Klum. The American comedian and German-American model were tasked with hosting duties on Friday afternoon.

Hart and Klum are supernovas in their respective fields. Their football acumen was predictably lacking, leading to a number of awkward exchanges. Nevertheless, when Hart and Klum took to the stage, one thing became eminently clear: Hart is a short fellow.

So, just how tall is Hart? And how does his height compare to Klum’s? AllSportsPeople has the scoop.

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How tall is Kevin Hart?

Hart stands at 5'5. He's diminutive by most standards, standing four inches shorter than his World Cup draw co-host Klum.

Hart also falls short of Argentine supernova Lionel Messi, who towers over the Philadelphia-based comedian at 5'7.

Suffice to say, Hart's height was a talking point throughout the spectacle.  It was especially noticeable as he stood next to Klum.

Heidi Klum height

Klum is 5'9, four inches taller than Hart. She looked the part while standing beside Hart, flaunting the height that helped her become one of the world's preeminent supermodels.

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How old is Heidi Klum?

Klum is 52 years old. She'll turn 53 on June 1.

World Cup fans react to Kevin Hart's height

World Cup fans were left baffled at the disparity between Hart and Klum's heights. Social media was awash with memes highlighting the difference between each host's respective frames, as well as the general absurdity of Hart and Klum being involved in footballing affairs.

Why Kevin Hart, Heidi Klum are hosting World Cup draw

FIFA's decision to bring in Hart and Klum appears to have more to do with their fame than their passion for football. Hart and Klum are genuine A-listers.

Although audiences were left dismayed at their lack of ball knowledge, their presence represented a big get for a corporation desperate for eyeballs ahead of its signature tournament.

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