SO LONG, VERNE TROYER...

You were a little man with big clout: a celebrated actor, personality and when the moment required it, an undeniable ladies' man. 

In the realm of the fun and fantastic, you covered wide, eclectic ground, whether seen or concealed, in such films as "Bubble Boy"; "Gnome Alone"; "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone"; "How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000)"; "The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus"; "Instinct"; "Jingle All the Way"; "Men in Black"; "Mighty Joe Young ('98)"; "Pinocchio's Revenge"; "RocketMan"; "Volcano"; "The Wacky Adventures of Ronald McDonald"; and the cult classic, "Wishmaster". 

Of course, to most you'll be best remembered and beloved as Dr. Evil's Mini-Me in Mike Myers' "Austin Powers" spy-spoof adventures. 

You left us way too soon, Mr. Troyer, but your creative mark will remain eternally cherished, unequaled and above all, respected.