Actor R.J. Mitte, star of «Breaking Bad», - has died at 34
13 october 2026 в 18:28
Actor R.J. Mitte, known for his role as Walter «Flynn» White Jr. in the series «Breaking Bad», - has passed away at the age of 34. This was announced by his representative in a statement released on October 12. The news was first reported by TMZ.
The statement notes that Mitte, drawing on his experience living with cerebral palsy, brought authenticity to his role and created a platform to raise awareness about disability issues and their inclusion. Mitte was diagnosed with a mild form of cerebral palsy at the age of three.
According to his representative, the actor not only entertained audiences but also served as an ambassador for the organizations United Cerebral Palsy and Shriners Children’s. He also led the Mitte Foundation, supporting charitable initiatives and promoting greater representation of people with disabilities.
An official source told TMZ that Mitte passed away on Monday in Texas, and an investigation into his death is currently underway. Mitte appeared in 56 episodes of «Breaking Bad» from 2008 to 2013, where his character suffered from a more severe form of cerebral palsy.
Recently, Mitte appeared in an episode of the podcast «The Joe Vulpis», - where he reflected on his role in «Breaking Bad» and what his character might be doing today.
Mitte’s death comes a year after he announced his engagement to his girlfriend Kennedy Suarez.
The statement notes that Mitte, drawing on his experience living with cerebral palsy, brought authenticity to his role and created a platform to raise awareness about disability issues and their inclusion. Mitte was diagnosed with a mild form of cerebral palsy at the age of three.
According to his representative, the actor not only entertained audiences but also served as an ambassador for the organizations United Cerebral Palsy and Shriners Children’s. He also led the Mitte Foundation, supporting charitable initiatives and promoting greater representation of people with disabilities.
An official source told TMZ that Mitte passed away on Monday in Texas, and an investigation into his death is currently underway. Mitte appeared in 56 episodes of «Breaking Bad» from 2008 to 2013, where his character suffered from a more severe form of cerebral palsy.
Recently, Mitte appeared in an episode of the podcast «The Joe Vulpis», - where he reflected on his role in «Breaking Bad» and what his character might be doing today.
Mitte’s death comes a year after he announced his engagement to his girlfriend Kennedy Suarez.
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