Star Actor’s Cause Of Death Has Been Ruled A Suicide. The Details Are Tragic

The cause of Verne Troyer’s death has finally been ruled as a suicide.

One of the main stars of “Austin Powers,” died on April 21 during a heavy alcohol bender. He was 49 years old. (RELATED: ‘Austin Powers’ Actor Verne Troyer Dead At 49)

A statement on his official Instagram page called the actor a “fighter when it came to his own battles.” His serious depression, however, ultimately won out. (RELATED: Big Dumb Serial Killer Accidentally Kills Himself In Bizarre Solo Sex Act)

“It is with great sadness and incredibly heavy hearts to write that Verne passed away today,” the statement read. “Verne was an extremely caring individual. He wanted to make everyone smile, be happy, and laugh. Anybody in need, he would help to any extent possible. Verne hoped he made a positive change with the platform he had and worked toward spreading that message every day.”

 

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It is with great sadness and incredibly heavy hearts to write that Verne passed away today. Verne was an extremely caring individual. He wanted to make everyone smile, be happy, and laugh. Anybody in need, he would help to any extent possible. Verne hoped he made a positive change with the platform he had and worked towards spreading that message everyday. He inspired people around the world with his drive, determination, and attitude. On film & television sets, commercial shoots, at comic-con’s & personal appearances, to his own YouTube videos, he was there to show everyone what he was capable of doing. Even though his stature was small and his parents often wondered if he’d be able to reach up and open doors on his own in his life, he went on to open more doors for himself and others than anyone could have imagined. He also touched more peoples hearts than he will ever know. Verne was also a fighter when it came to his own battles. Over the years he’s struggled and won, struggled and won, struggled and fought some more, but unfortunately this time was too much. During this recent time of adversity he was baptized while surrounded by his family. The family appreciates that they have this time to grieve privately. Depression and Suicide are very serious issues. You never know what kind of battle someone is going through inside. Be kind to one another. And always know, it’s never too late to reach out to someone for help. In lieu of flowers, please feel free to make a donation in Verne’s name to either of his two favorite charities; The Starkey Hearing Foundation and Best Buddies. Photo by @paulmobleystudio

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And today, the medical examiners officially ruled Troyer’s death as a suicide — more specifically, “a sequelae of alcohol intoxication in a suicidal manner,” according to a report from the Los Angeles Coroner’s Office obtained by Page Six. (RELATED: This Is How Avicii Reportedly Killed Himself)

A friend who knew Troyer described him as “extremely upset, drunk and suicidal,” shortly before his death.

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