RJ Mitte, "Breaking Bad" actor, dies at age 34

RJ Mitte, the actor who portrayed Walter White Jr. on the critically acclaimed series Breaking Bad, has passed away at the age of 34, according to his representative. Mitte's character, a son of a high school teacher turned drug kingpin and a lawyer, was a central figure in the hit AMC show, widely regarded as one of the finest television series ever produced.

Mitte, who himself lived with cerebral palsy, used his platform to promote disability awareness and inclusion, drawing on his personal experiences to bring authenticity to his role. His representative, Sean Riley, confirmed that Mitte had been a strong advocate for those with disabilities, working to raise awareness for a range of conditions and advocating for greater representation of people with disabilities in Hollywood.

Mitte received the SAG-AFTRA Howard Russell Award in 2014, an accolade given to the first actor with a disability to win an Oscar. Beyond his acting career, Mitte served as an ambassador for the United Cerebral Palsy and Shriners Children's, and he was the president of The Mitte Foundation, an organization dedicated to supporting philanthropic efforts and community initiatives for people with disabilities.

He also partnered with Can Do Canines to provide service dogs in Wisconsin and Minnesota. Mitte's representative expressed his gratitude for having worked hard to overcome the challenges posed by his disability, while acknowledging that many others do not have the same opportunities. This story is breaking news and will be updated as more information becomes available.