A video from the FIFA World Cup final has reignited a familiar internet debate: How tall is Donald Trump really?
The clip, shared by the White House after the July 19 match, shows Trump standing alongside Spain soccer star Rodri. Both men are officially listed at 6-foot-3, but many online viewers argued Rodri appeared noticeably taller, prompting a fresh round of speculation about the president’s height.
The scrutiny isn’t new. Social media users have long dissected photos and videos of Trump next to other prominent figures, including Britain’s Prince William, who is also listed at 6-foot-3. While the White House points to Trump’s May 2026 physical examination, which recorded him at 75 inches tall, online sleuths continue to compare side-by-side appearances for clues.
When contacted by USA TODAY, the White House referred to the results of Trump’s May 2026 physical examination.
The World Cup video is the latest flashpoint in a long-running debate over Trump’s height. Even if Rodri’s cleats added an extra inch or two, online sleuths point to other comparisons, including with Prince William who met with the president in 2024.
Those images have fueled recurring speculation about whether Trump’s official height matches how tall he appears in public.
Trump’s May 2026 physical examination, conducted by White House physician Dr. Sean Barbabella, listed the president at 75 inches, namely 6-foot-3.
That would make him one of the taller presidents in U.S. history. However, viral photos and videos have repeatedly sparked online debate over whether his actual height matches official records.
Regardless of the debate surrounding Trump’s height, members of the Trump family are frequently noted for being taller than average.
Barron Trump, in particular, has become a recurring subject of online fascination because of his height, often towering over both of his parents during public appearances.
This story was updated with more information.
Contributing: Kinsey Crowley, James Powel/ USA TODAY & Jennifer Sangalang, Cheryl McCloud/ USA TODAY Network
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