November 30th 2024.
Verne Troyer, the beloved actor known for his iconic role as Mini-Me in the Austin Powers trilogy, made his first appearance in the film industry in the first Harry Potter film. But what many people don't know is that his life was almost cut short during the filming of the franchise.
Martin Bayfield, who stood in for Robbie Coltrane's character, Hagrid, in all seven Harry Potter films, recently revealed in an interview how he accidentally almost killed Troyer in an on-set accident. Bayfield, who is also a stuntman and former rugby union player, played a crucial role in bringing the towering half-giant to life by stepping into enhanced heels, a fatsuit, and animatronics.
Aside from his career in Hogwarts, Bayfield also appeared as a contestant on Celebrity MasterChef in 2018. During a recent Children with Cancer Gala, he shared his experiences on the Harry Potter set and recounted the time he accidentally stepped on Troyer, who played Griphook in the first film. Troyer, who had cartilage-hair hypoplasia and stood at 81cm tall, was almost crushed under Bayfield's heavy costume and limited vision.
Despite this near-fatal accident, Troyer continued to make a name for himself in the film industry. He rose to fame as Mini-Me in the Austin Powers series and also appeared in other films such as The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus and Goldmember. Despite playing the role of Griphook, the character was actually voiced by Warwick Davis due to the rule that all characters should have English accents.
Outside of his successful acting career, Troyer also appeared in reality television shows, including Celebrity Big Brother and Celebrity Wife Swap. However, his life was cut short in 2018 when he suffered an incident at his home and later died in the hospital. His death was ruled a suspected suicide by alcohol intoxication.
In a statement posted on Troyer's Instagram account, it was mentioned that he was not only a talented actor but also an extremely caring individual who always wanted to make people smile and laugh. He was an inspiration to many with his drive, determination, and positive attitude.
His Austin Powers co-star, Mike Myers, also paid tribute to him on the Jimmy Kimmel Show, describing him as a fantastic human being. Despite his character, Mini-Me, initially being written as a prop, Troyer brought it to life and made it better than written. He was given more and more to do as the franchise continued, showcasing his talent and dedication.
Troyer's death at the age of 49 was a shock to many, as he was not expected to live past his teens due to his health condition. He will always be remembered for his iconic roles and his impact on the film industry. Rest in peace, Verne Troyer.
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