Breaking Bad's RJ Mitte, Disability Advocate, Dies at 34

RJ Mitte, the American actor recognized for his portrayal of Walter White Jr. in the acclaimed television series "Breaking Bad," has died at the age of 34. His representative, Sean Reilly, confirmed the news, describing Mitte as a beloved actor, philanthropist, and disability rights advocate.

He passed away in Brownsville, Texas, with no cause of death disclosed. Mitte, who lived with cerebral palsy, infused his personal experiences into his role in the Emmy-winning series, which aired from 2008 to 2013.

His performance earned him a Screen Actors Guild Award in 2014. Beyond acting, Mitte was an advocate for disability inclusion, working with organizations such as United Cerebral Palsy and Shriners Children’s.

He founded The Mitte Foundation to support charitable projects and community initiatives. Born in Louisiana, Mitte moved to Los Angeles in 2005 to assist his sister's acting career and later auditioned for "Breaking Bad," created by Vince Gilligan, which became one of the most celebrated dramas in American television history.