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Jackass star Stevie Lee has died at the age of 54.

His family confirmed the tragic news on Friday and said he had died "unexpectedly" at his home on Wednesday morning.

They said in a statement: "Steve 'Puppet The Psycho Dwarf' Lee Richardson unexpectedly passed away on Wednesday, September 9, 2020 at his home in the morning.

He was beloved by many and has many friends that were family, fans that adored him, but only his brother Jim left to take care of final arrangements.

"Puppet has put smiles across the world with his hardcore attitude and lifestyle.

"He is a legend in the art of Midget Wrestling."

They also said they have set up aGoFundMe page to help with the funeral costs.

The statement added: "He needs our help to give him one last curtain call.

"Please donate what you can, share his memories with everyone, and share this fundraiser to give the Psycho Dwarf the best resting place possible.

"All proceeds will be given to Jim Richardson to handle the services/burial costs.

"Thank you all so much and Puppet, we love you brother!"

Stevie was known for starring in Jackass 3D as well as American Horror Story and Oz the Great and Powerful.

He was also popular in the wrestling world and was known to fans as Puppet The Psycho Dwarf.

Just last year he appeared in Baby Fever The Movie.

Stevie also had his own reality TV show, Half Pint Brawlers, which followed him running his own wrestling company.