Verne Troyer
1969 – 2018

Verne Troyer

American actor (1969-2018)

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Born
1969-01-01, Sturgis
Died
2018-04-21
Birthplace state
Michigan

Biography

Verne Jay Troyer was an American actor, comedian and occasional stunt coordinator and performer. He was best known for playing Mini-Me in the Austin Powers film series. He had cartilage–hair hypoplasia and was 2 ft 8 in (81 cm) tall.

Occupation

Verne Troyer is recorded as a television actor, a voice actor, a Internet celebrity, a comedian, a stunt performer and a actor, born in Michigan (1969–2018).

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Frequently asked about Verne Troyer

Who was Verne Troyer?
Verne Troyer was American actor (1969-2018), born in Michigan (1969 – 2018).
When and where was Verne Troyer born?
Verne Troyer was born on 1969-01-01 in Sturgis.
When did Verne Troyer die?
Verne died on 2018-04-21.
What was Verne Troyer known for?
Verne Troyer is recorded as a television actor, a voice actor, a Internet celebrity, a comedian, a stunt performer and a actor.
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