Verne Troyer tried changing stereotypes of ‘little people’ in Hollywood: Inside his last years
Verne Troyer: A Remarkable Life Beyond Limits. Being different should be embraced, but society often responds with rejection instead of acceptance. Despite this, actor Verne Troyer turned his difference into strength.
Born in Michigan in 1969, Verne had a rare form of dwarfism called cartilage-hair hypoplasia. Though raised in an Amish community, his parents left the faith when he was young. Despite his height, his parents encouraged him to believe he could achieve anything, which helped him build confidence.
After working a regular job, Verne’s life changed in 1993 when he landed a stunt role in Baby’s Day Out. He soon gained fame…
