Verne Troyer, Mini-Me from 'Austin Powers' films, has died

LOS ANGELES — Verne Troyer, who played Dr. Evil's small, silent sidekick "Mini-Me" in the "Austin Powers" movie franchise, has died. He was 49.A statement provided by Troyer's representatives that was also posted to his Instagram and Facebook accounts said the actor died Saturday.No cause of death was given, but the statement describes Troyer as a "fighter" who was unable to overcome a recent bout of adversity then goes on to discuss depression and suicide."Over the years he's struggled an