The world looks up to Queen Elizabeth II as the longest-reigning monarch in British history [1]. But even with that impressive title, she's certainly not "above" everyone else. At just 5'4" tall, the queen is actually pretty average, even short by some standards.
While her majesty is on par with the average woman in the United States [2], she falls below the average European woman, who stands at 5'6". In her immediate family, the Queen is among the shortest (not counting Prince George!). And if she appears heads below her own husband, children, and grandchildren, it's because most of them have more than a few inches on her. When coupled with the brightly coloured outfits [3] she prefers, the height disparity is even more pronounced in photos from official events.
But the queen's measurements don't detract from her important role as head of state in 16 Commonwealth countries. In fact, one could argue that her stature is partly what makes her one of the most recognisable figures in the world. Plus, when everyone else has to bow down to you, does it really matter where you fall on the measuring stick?
The Queen is much shorter than her husband, who is six feet tall.
Queen Elizabeth appears even shorter when Prince Philip wears his uniform and bearskin hat.
The Queen looks up to her grandson, who measures 6'3".
The Duchess of Cambridge, at 5'9", stands above Queen Elizabeth II.
Top hats tower over Her Majesty.
The Queen stands out as much shorter than other notable figures like Former President Barack Obama.
Angelina Jolie [5], who is 5'7", is a head above Queen Elizabeth II.
Six foot tall David Beckham [6] still towers over the Queen when he bows.
The Queen looks up to members of The Royal Welsh.
Finally someone to look up to the Queen! Lady Gaga [7] is a reported 5'1" but looks to be on the same level as the royal in heels.
Justin Trudeau is nearly a foot taller than the Queen at 6'2".
The Queen's stature is clear when she stands next to King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia of Spain.
A look at how the Queen stands next to the rest of the royal family.