Breaking Bad actor RJ Mitte dies aged 34
US actor RJ Mitte, best known for his role as the defiant son of drug kingpin Walter White in the drama series Breaking Bad, has died at the age of 34.
RJ Mitte, the acclaimed actor known for his portrayal of Walter White Jr. on the popular series Breaking Bad, has passed away at the age of 34. Mitte's representative confirmed to the BBC that the cause of death was suicide. Born with cerebral palsy, Mitte drew upon his personal experiences to deliver a powerful performance in Breaking Bad.
His role as the defiant son of drug kingpin Walter White was based on his own life. Other cast members paid tribute to Mitte, including Bryan Cranston, who described the actor as a "passionate disability rights advocate" and praised his work in raising awareness and promoting disability inclusion. Mitte, who was born in Louisiana, moved to Los Angeles in 2005 to support his sister's acting career.
He audited for a California state public service announcement on anti-meth. The actor created The Mitte Foundation to support philanthropic efforts and community initiatives.
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