RIP Verne Troyer…
This is such sad news.
Verne Troyer, who played “Mini-Me” in two of the Austin Powers movies, has died at the age of 49, according to statements posted to his social media accounts Saturday.
No cause of death has been released yet.
I was lucky enough to meet with him several times about a potential food show, and he was funny, engaged, interested in a wide range of subjects, and self-aware in the best way…
“Verne was an extremely caring individual. He wanted to make everyone smile, be happy, and laugh,” a statement posted to his social media said. “Anybody in need, he would help to any extent possible. Verne hoped he made a positive change with the platform he had and worked towards spreading that message every day.”
Here is the great rap video “Hard Knock Life” by Dr. Evil and Mini-Me, from “Goldmember”…
He had a long list of acting credits, as well as commercials and reality TV as well. This is truly sad, he was far too young…
RIP Verne…