15 Famous Dwarf Actors Who Have Made It Big In Hollywood

Hollywood, without a doubt, is the harshest, most competitive working environment. Stars rise and fade, year by year, generation after generation. Talent, good manners, and a great working attitude are what define a celebrity and build up their career even these famous dwarf actors.
Appearance is certainly one of many factors that make Hollywood stars stand out in their careers. When it goes with talent and a high working spirit, these celebs surely shine brightly. However, it doesn't mean normal-looking people or people with disabilities (like people with dwarfism) couldn't find opportunities in Hollywood.
Life is fair. Sometimes, their oddness and imperfection make them chosen members for well-known TV and movie roles. Who hasn't heard of Warwick Davis? Or Peter Dinklage from Game of Thrones? The world admires them and values what have done. They have paid a way for people like them!
Below is the list of 20 of the most famous dwarf actors in Hollywood. Scroll down and check them out!

#1 Peter Dinklage

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Peter Dinklage rose to international fame for his portrayal of Tyrion Lannister on Game of Thrones. He also appeared in X-Men: Days of Future Past, The Station Agent, and Pixels.
"When I was younger, I definitely let it get to me. As an adolescent, I was bitter and angry, and I definitely put up these walls. But the older you get, you realize you just have to have a sense of humor. You just know that it's not your problem. It's theirs." Dinklage said of his height.

#2 Tony Cox

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Tony Cox appeared in several well-known films such as Bad Santa and Me, Myself and Irene. He said that Billy Barty inspired him to pursue a career in acting.

#3 Verne Troyer - Famous Dwarf Actors

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Verne Troyer had cartilage-hair hypoplasia, which caused his short stature. Troyer is best known for playing Mini-Me in the Austin Powers film series.

#4 Kenny Baker

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Kenny Baker made his appearance as R2-D2 in the famous Star Wars franchise. He was 3 ft 8 inches tall.

#5 Warwick Davis

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Warwick Davis gained worldwide recognition for his title roles in Willow and The Leprechaun. The actor was born with Spondyloepiphyseal dysplasia congenita, a rare bone disorder that results in dwarfism.

#6 David Rappaport

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David Rappaport was 3' 11" tall. He is best known for his appearances in the films Time Bandits, The Bride, Sword of the Valiant, and The Wizard.

#7 Michael J. Anderson

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Michael J. Anderson is best known for playing the Man from Another Place in "Twin Peaks." His short stature was caused by the genetic disorder Osteogenesis imperfecta.

#8 Felix Silla

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Felix Silla worked with the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus before getting into Hollywood. He is best known for playing Cousin Itt on The Addams Family.

#9 Zelda Rubinstein

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Zelda Rubinstein is famous for her role in the Poltergeist film series. She made her appearances in Sixteen Candles, Poltergeist, Poltergeist II: The Other Side, Poltergeist III, Behind the Mask: The Rise of Leslie Vernon.

#10 Jason Acuna

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Jason Acuna, also known as AKA Wee Man, is best known for appearing in Jackass film and television series. He has a form of dwarfism called achondroplasia.

#11 Angelo Rossitto

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Angelo Rossitto was born with dwarfism and was 2'11" tall. He made his appearances in many movies such as Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome and The Greatest Show on Earth. But the actor is best known for work in silent films.

#12 Michael Dunn

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Michael Dunn made his appearances in several notable films and television series such as Ship of Fools, The Werewolf of Washington, No Way to Treat a Lady, Madigan, and Boom!

#13 Harry Earles

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Harry Earles and his three dwarf siblings were known as The Dancing Dolls. The actor was best known for his performance in The Wizard of Oz.

#14 Billy Barty

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Billy Barty made his appearances in several films and television shows. He is the founder of the Little People of America organization in 1957.

#15 Herve Villechaize

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Herve Villechaize played Mr. Roarke's assistant, Tattoo in "Fantasy Island." His performance received a lot of recognition.
 
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