Fans and celebrities are mourning the loss of actor Verne Troyer after news of his death broke Saturday. He was 49.
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The star began his career as a stuntman and later transitioned to comedy and acting. His breakout role came when played Mini-Me in the “Austin Powers” movie series.
As details regarding his death hit the internet, many flocked to social media to express their condolences and share their favorite memories of the entertainer.
Several said they were shocked to hear about his passing.
From Barbara Bush to Avicii to the legend Verne Troyer today. Shocked!
— Reda Morjani (@RedaMor_) April 21, 2018
Very shocked and saddened to hear the passing of Verne Troyer RIP Mini Me. You made us all laugh you will be dearly Missed, our thoughts are with your family and friends @HONOUROURFORCES pic.twitter.com/gGNQ6yn7yX
— HONOUROURFORCES (@HONOUROURFORCES) April 21, 2018
Quite surprised at verne troyer having died, didn’t expect that at all
— B (@Blazcowicz222) April 21, 2018
Many reflected on his comedy and his ability to make everyone laugh through his films and social media channels.
RIP VERNE TROYER
— True Smoggie (@true_smoggie) April 21, 2018
The guy made me laugh too many times, terrible to see the news. RIP.
You guys I am legit upset about Verne Troyer. I loved watching his YouTube videos.😢
— Britney (@britnayyc) April 21, 2018
Sadly actor Verne Troyer
— Tom Hall ☘ (@TomHall) April 21, 2018
has passed at 49 yrs old.@VerneTroyer broke the internet with his recent #DriveByDunkChallenge.
🌎#RIPMiniMepic.twitter.com/6iUrnsKj7l
Others praised him for his character, calling him “kind” and “genuine.”
RIP to the actor Verne Troyer. I was lucky enough to meet him some years ago and had a lovely chat with him. A kind and funny soul that would light up the room. May he fondly and lovingly remembered. x pic.twitter.com/6BXzu7inRo
— Eugene Michael Simon (@Eugene_Simon) April 21, 2018
.@VerneTroyer was an amazing dude, (even while hitting on my wife in the photo here). He was funny and genuine, and made millions smile. RIP buddy, you were truly .5 of a kind! #RIPVerneTroyer pic.twitter.com/ocMjPo8OdO
— Kevin M. Klein (@TheKevinKlein) April 21, 2018
So sad to hear about the passing of Verne Troyer. I'm glad that I got the chance to meet him tho, he was super nice when we were at E3 pic.twitter.com/IZS1Y2BEki
— Austin Creed (@XavierWoodsPhD) April 21, 2018
Celebrities, including Ludacris, chimed in, too. The actor appeared in the rapper’s “Number One Spot” music video.
R.I.P. Verne Troyer aka Mini Me. You made it to that #1 Spot 🙏🏽 Glad we got to make history… https://t.co/263AEJ8Z9s
— Ludacris (@Ludacris) April 21, 2018
I am absolutely heartbroken.. Verne was truly a beautiful soul. So humble. Every time I got to work with him was truly a huge honor. I don’t even know what to say. He was a legend. Rest easy my friend. You will be missed by so many. pic.twitter.com/aOOzHTg95H
— Roman Atwood (@RomanAtwood) April 21, 2018
So sad to read of the passing of Verne Troyer. A lovely smile with a caring and big heart, he helped raise money on behalf of @starkeycares for free hearing aids for deaf and hard of hearing people. RIP pic.twitter.com/pgA91tWPo6
— Marlee Matlin (@MarleeMatlin) April 21, 2018
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