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'Breaking Bad' actor and disability activist RJ Mitte dies aged 34

'Breaking Bad' actor and disability activist RJ Mitte dies aged 34

Summary

RJ Mitte, an actor known for his role in the TV series "Breaking Bad," has died at age 34. He had cerebral palsy and was also a well-known advocate for disability rights and inclusion in film and television.

Key Facts

  • RJ Mitte played Walter White Jr. in the TV show "Breaking Bad" which aired from 2008 to 2013.
  • He lived with cerebral palsy, a condition affecting muscle control and movement.
  • Mitte used his experience to promote disability awareness and inclusion in the entertainment industry.
  • He worked as an ambassador for United Cerebral Palsy and Shriners Children's hospitals.
  • Mitte was president of The Mitte Foundation, supporting charity and community projects.
  • The cause of his death has not been shared publicly yet.
  • His co-stars and other actors paid tribute to him after the news of his death.
  • "Breaking Bad" is highly regarded and was named the best TV show of the 21st century by The New York Times.
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