Verne Troyer, the actor best known to audiences as the scene-stealing Mini-Me in the Austin Powers franchise, has died at age 49. Troyer?s family confirmed the actor?s passing in a statement on Verne?s official Facebook page. ?It is with great sadness and incredibly heavy hearts to write that Verne passed away today,? read a post addressing Troyer?s passing. He wanted to make everyone smile, be happy, and laugh. Anybody in need, he would help to any extent possible.