WGN: LOS ANGELES — Actor Verne Troyer from the “Austin Powers” movie franchise has died.
A statement provided by Troyer’s spokesperson that was also posted to his Instagram and Facebook accounts says the 49-year-old actor died Saturday.
No cause or place of death was given, but the statement discusses depression and suicide, and Troyer had publicly discussed struggling with alcohol addiction. He lived in Los Angeles. MORE
Funeral arrangement details will be released shortly.
requiescat in pace, little man.
“Speaking the truth in times of universal deceit is a revolutionary act.” Geo. Orwell
Verne, we hardly knew ye.
It saddens me to see a life cut short like that.
RIP Mr.Troyer. Your work embiggened us all.
a short story……….
I’m taking the High Ground…..
Oh, behave! 😉
His hearse will be a Mini Cooper.
Ole “Tripod” gonna need a bigger casket…
Mr. Troyer made a huge impact, and watching him in his movies has made me a bigger person than I ever thought possible.
In remembrance of Mr.Troyer, fly your flags at 1/8 mast.
Mini Me too
His body of work dwarfed that other actors of his stature
Through God’s mercy, may he rest forever in the loving arms of God. Amen.
Funny scene
https://youtu.be/onkZzEAi_2U
“I’d be inconsolable for 10 … 15 seconds …”
Sorry.
RIP
Mr Troyer did not lead a kind life. He was plagued by his struggles with drugs and alcohol and the challenges and limitations of his stature.
I sincerely hope he will find peace in death.