Actor Verne Troyer, known best for his role as Mini-Me in Austin Powers, has died at 49, according to an Instagram post on his official account.

The post went on to say, “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.”

He has been in many movies in the last 22 years, beginning with Pinnochio’s Revenge in 1996. However, his breakthrough role was “Mini-Me” in “Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me.” He also starred alongside Mike Myers in “The Love Guru” as well.

The post went on to say that “Depression and suicide are very serious issues. You never know what kind of battle someone is going through on the inside. Be kind to one another.”

Troyer’s cause of death is unknown at this time.