“I’m honestly not that tall,” Rhea Ripley discloses her actual height amid social online uproar

Rhea Ripley, known for her impressive stature and in-ring confidence, has become a top WWE star in a short period. With that, she has also gained a reputation as one of the tallest women in WWE currently. With her height being a hot topic among the fans, a lot of contrasting information was circulating on the internet. However, Ripley ended all the confusion as she revealed her real height in a recent interview. And you might be surprised to know that she is not as tall as some may think.

In an interview with Fightful, Rhea Ripley shared her actual height, revealing that she’s actually gotten taller since coming to the United States, saying that she was 5’7 when she moved and now has grown to around 5’8 and a half.

“I think now I’m like 5’8 and a half. I’m honestly not that tall. I think I just look tall on TV because I present myself as tall," Ripley added. Like, right now I know I’m slouched and I’m just chill. But when I’m on TV, I’m confident. I’ll stand up tall."

Rhea Ripley on her actual height

Ripley recently took to social media as well to clarify misconceptions about her physique. In the build-up to her upcoming match against Charlotte Flair at WrestleMania 39 for the WWE SmackDown Women’s Championship, many graphics were circulating online comparing the two wrestlers. Ripley claimed herself to be 5’9 to end fans’ debate about her real height.

"Seen a lot of these being made, so I’m going to correct you all. I’m 5ft 9in, 170lbs.”

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How tall is Rhea Ripley as compared to other female WWE Superstars?

Despite not being as tall as many may have thought, Ripley still manages to pull off the tall gimmick better than anybody else. Her confidence and presentation on TV make her seem larger than life, and her fans appreciate her unique persona. It’s no surprise that she’s become one of the most popular wrestlers in the industry today.

As a towering presence in the ring, Ripley is often compared to other female wrestlers such as Ronda Rousey (5’7″), Becky Lynch (5’6″), and Shayna Baszler (5’7″), among others. Tamina, standing at a towering 5 feet 9 inches tall, is also one of the tallest female wrestlers in WWE.

Despite the misconceptions about her height, Rhea Ripley continues to be a formidable presence in the world of professional wrestling. Her talent, dedication, and unique persona have made her a fan favorite, and it’s clear that she has a bright future ahead of her.

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