A massively charismatic figure on screen despite a real life stature of just 3'9.5", Mark Povinelli studied at Miami University before beginning an on-screen acting career with roles on TV shows like Fraser, and movies like The Polar Express. Povinelli sometimes performed stunts, in films like Van Helsing and Employee of the Month, but largely stuck to acting, earning particular attention for the role of Walter in the 2011 period drama Water for Elephants. He followed that up with a major part in the Snow White-inspired family film Mirror Mirror.
A massively charismatic figure on screen despite a real life stature of just 3'9.5", Mark Povinelli studied at Miami University before beginning an on-screen acting career with roles on TV shows like Fraser, and movies like The Polar Express. Povinelli sometimes performed stunts, in films like Van Helsing and Employee of the Month, but largely stuck to acting, earning particular attention for the role of Walter in the 2011 period drama Water for Elephants. He followed that up with a major part in the Snow White-inspired family film Mirror Mirror.