Verne J. Troyer, a.k.a. Mini-V, is best known for his role as "Mini-Me," "Dr. Evil's" smaller and more concentrated pure evil protégé', in the Summer 1999 hit comedy Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me. Although the thirty-year-old, 32-inch-tall actor has just recently become recognized as a "Big Man in the business," Verne has been working in show business as an actor and stuntman for several years. Troyer, born on January 1st, 1969, in Sturgis, Michigan, had always dreamed growing up of getting into showbiz. Shortly after his high school graduation in 1987, Verne moved with some friends to Arlington, Texas, where, in 1993, he got his first break into showbiz as a stunt double for a 9 month old baby on a film called Baby's Day Out. Over the next few years, Verne made several film and television appearances, often portraying animals or small children.
One of the smallest men in the world Threw out the first ball at the San Diego Padre vs. Los Angeles Dodger game on June 30, 1999. It wasn't from the mound, of course. Announced engagement to his yoga instructor/girlfriend, Genevieve Gallen. They plan to wed in November 2003. August 2003 - Verne denied the earlier reports that he and girl friend Genevieve Gallen were to be married. His reps said that he had never even asked her. Verne has to do all of his own stunts because there isn't anyone small enough to fill in! Verne loves college football. His favorite team is the Michigan Wolverines. He says his second favorite team is "whoever's playing Notre Dame." Verne loves to play video games in his spare time. Vern and his date were voted King and Queen at their High School prom. Is best friends with Phil Fondacaro who is married to his agent Elena Bertagnolli of Fonolli Management.