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  "id": 14066710,
  "title": "‘Breaking Bad’ actor RJ Mitte dies at 34",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/12/breaking-bad-actor-rj-mitte-dies-at-34-14066710",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-12T22:18:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Malaysia Today",
    "slug": "free-malaysia-today",
    "url": "https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/leisure/2026/10/13/breaking-bad-actor-rj-mitte-dies-at-34"
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  "account": "RJ Mitte, the talented actor renowned for portraying Walter White Jr. in the acclaimed series \"Breaking Bad\", has passed away at the age of 34, according to his representatives. Mitte, who lived with cerebral palsy, was not initially reported to have a specific cause of death.\n\nIn a heartfelt statement, Sean Reilly, Mitte's representative, expressed deep sorrow over the actor's untimely demise. Reilly highlighted Mitte's significant contributions, emphasizing his role as a philanthropist and disability rights advocate. The young actor's portrayal of Walter White Jr. drew from his personal experiences with cerebral palsy, lending authenticity to the character and fostering disability awareness and inclusion.\n\nMitte's advocacy extended beyond acting. He served as an ambassador for United Cerebral Palsy and Shriners Children's, a non-profit hospital network. Additionally, he held the presidency of The Mitte Foundation, an organization dedicated to supporting philanthropic efforts and community initiatives that promote greater representation for individuals with disabilities. Mitte's relentless efforts challenged stereotypes and paved the way for improved representation of people with disabilities in society.",
  "summary": "The cause of death of the actor, who played Walter White Jr in the award-winning series and lived with cerebral palsy, was not immediately revealed.",
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