Mihaly "Michu" Meszaros (Hungarian: Mészáros Mihály)
(September 20, 1939 – June 13, 2016)

FoxNews) – The man who played Alf, Michu Meszaros, has died. The 2-foot-9-
inch star was found unresponsive at his home more than a week ago and had
been in a coma. The actor wore the costume for four seasons of “Alf” in the
‘80s on NBC. Meszaros’ manager could not be reached for further comment.

The Budapest, Hungary, native started his career in 1973 as a member of the
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus. Meszaros was advertised as "the
smallest man on earth,” according to his Facebook fan page.

ALF was voiced by puppeteer/creator Paul Fusco.