“Actor Verne Troyer, who was best known for playing Mini-Me in Austin Powers, has died aged 49, according to an official social media post.
“A statement provided by Troyer’s representatives said the actor died on Saturday.
“”It is with great sadness and incredibly heavy hearts to write that Verne passed away today,” a post on his official Facebook page read.
“The BBC reported that earlier this month, he was admitted to hospital in Los Angeles, although it was not immediately clear why.
“Last year, he was hospitalised for alcohol addiction.”
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