Actor RJ Mitte Dies at 34
Actor RJ Mitte died at age 34. His representatives confirmed this on Monday.
He died on Monday in Brownsville, Texas, US. No cause of death was given.
Mitte played Walter White Jr. on Breaking Bad. Bryan Cranston and Anna Gunn played his parents on the show.
He had cerebral palsy. The New York Times reported he used that experience in the role.
The Guardian reported he also pushed for disability representation. In 2014 he shared a Screen Actors Guild award with the cast.
Klear Note — Cerebral palsy can affect movement and coordination, with effects varying by person.
Key Terms 3
- cerebral palsy A lifelong condition affecting movement and muscle control.
- Screen Actors Guild A US union for film and television actors.
- disability representation Fair and accurate portrayal of disabled people.