Actor RJ Mitte, known for his role on 'Breaking Bad,' dies at age 34
RJ Mitte, a 34-year-old actor with cerebral palsy, died in his home in Brownsville, Texas. He played Walter White Jr. on Breaking Bad and supported disability awareness throughout his career. Mitte served as an ambassador for United Cerebral Palsy and founded The Mitte Foundation, where he was president. His publicist confirmed he died by suicide, with police and initial reports also citing suicide as the cause.
- RJ Mitte was 34 years old.
- RJ Mitte had cerebral palsy due to an early brain injury.
- Bryan Cranston, who met Mitte at age 14, expressed deep sorrow over his death and shared a personal connection to the actor.
- RJ Mitte played Walter White Jr. on the AMC series Breaking Bad, appearing in all five seasons and portraying a character with cerebral palsy.
- Mitte served as an ambassador for United Cerebral Palsy and used his experience to advocate for disability rights.
- RJ Mitte founded The Mitte Foundation and served as its president.
- The cause of death was confirmed as suicide by both Mitte's representative and police authorities.
- Mitte began working on Breaking Bad in 2007 and appeared in 56 episodes of the series, with his personal experience informing his role.
- Cyndi Hinojosa declared RJ Mitte dead at his home in Brownsville, Texas.
- Breaking Bad earned 16 Emmy awards.
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