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Ben Woolf has tragically passed away.

The diminutive actor, who stood 4’4" and who appeared as Meep on American Horror Story: Freak Show, was crossing a street in Hollywood last week when he was clipped by a vehicle’s side view mirror.

He was rushed to the hospital, placed in critical condition and died of a related stoke on Monday evening.

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"Ben was one-of-a-kind, and will never be forgotten," Woolf’s rep tells E! News in a statement. "The time we all shared together will be remembered forever."

The 34-year old’s organs will be donated to science and are expected to help save/improve the lives of approximately 50 people.

“RIP Ben Woolf. One of the most inspirational people I’ve ever met,” American Horror Story creator Ryan Murphy wrote on Twitter, while actress Sarah Paulson linked to the above video and added:

"Ben Woolf… We will never forget you. RIP."

Former co-star Rose Siggins Tweeted of her late friend: "It was an honor to become your friend and a privilege to work with you on AHS.  I will miss you."

And veteran actor Michael Chiklis also chimed in with his thoughts/prayers, writing online: 

"Just heard the awful news. RIP Ben Woolf. Such a sweet man and far too young to leave this world."