Coronation Street actor Jacob Roberts, who portrays the character Kit Green on the iconic cobbles, has left fans absolutely floored after his real height was revealed. The towering detective, introduced to Weatherfield in 2024 as Bernie Winter's long-lost son, has quickly become a central figure in numerous explosive storylines.
How Tall Is Jacob Roberts?
Jacob Roberts stands at an impressive 6 feet 4 inches (193 cm) tall. This height has frequently been a topic of conversation both on and off the screen. In fact, his character Kit Green has even been nicknamed the "Jolly Green Giant" by David Platt, played by Jack P Shepherd, due to his towering presence.
Challenges of Filming at the Rovers Return
Roberts has previously admitted that his height poses unique challenges during filming, particularly in the legendary Rovers Return pub. "I love it, but I'm 6ft 4in so I don't really fit in the Rovers," he revealed in 2024. "Every time I stand at the bar they have to raise the level of the top of the bar. It feels like they're making such an effort, just for me to stand in the scene!"
Fan Reactions to His Height
Fans have taken to social media, particularly a Coronation Street Facebook group, to express their astonishment at Jacob's stature. One viewer commented: "He's very tall!" Another observed: "I think everyone on Corrie is on the small side. So when a regular size man (over 6 feet) comes along, he seems giant."
A third fan noted: "If you notice, he always seems to immediately sit down if he is talking to Sarah, otherwise he towers over her." Another remarked: "The height difference between Lisa and Kit will NEVER not be amusing to me. They always seem to really make a point of emphasising it too."
Kit Green's Storylines So Far
Since arriving on the cobbles, Kit has been at the centre of dramatic plots. He discovered he is the father of Brody Michaelis (Ryan Mulvey), and was left fighting for his life after a brutal stabbing attack. Romantically, he had a brief liaison with Shona Platt (Julia Goulding) before embarking on a relationship with Sarah Platt (Tina O'Brien).
More recently, Kit has been determined to uncover the truth behind the murder of Theo Silverton (James Cartwright), a vile abuser. Several Weatherfield residents are suspects, including Todd Grimshaw (Gareth Pierce), Christina Boyd (Amy Robbins), George Shuttleworth (Tony Maudsley), Summer Spellman (Harriet Bibby), Gary Windass (Mikey North), and Danielle Silverton (Natalie Anderson).
Where to Watch
Coronation Street airs Monday to Friday at 8:30 pm on ITV1 and ITVX.
