Verne Troyer hospitalised after suspected alcohol poisoning

Verne Troyer has been hospitalised after reportedly suffering from alcohol poisoning.

TMZ reported on April 4 that the Austin Powers actor, 49, was rushed to the hospital Monday night after a friend called the Los Angeles Police Department around 7:30 p.m. local time. The friend described Troyer as being extremely upset, drunk, and suicidal.

Troyer is reportedly being held at a Los Angeles hospital for 72 hours for evaluation.

On his social media accounts on Wednesday, his team shared an update that the actor is getting "the best possible care."

"Asking you to keep Verne in your thoughts and prayers," the message read. "He’s getting the best care possible and is resting comfortably. Appreciate the support from family, friends and fans around the world. We will keep you updated here."

Troyer, best known for playing Mini-Me in the Austin Powers films, previously discussed his plans to enter a rehab program last April.

"As you know, I’ve battled alcohol addiction in the past and while it’s not always been an easy fight, I’m willing to continue my fight day by day," he said at the time.

Most recently, he has been active through his YouTube channel.

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