RJ Mitte, Star of “Breaking Bad,” Dies at 34

RJ Mitte, the actor who played Walter White Jr. in the series Breaking Bad, has died. He was 34 years old. His representatives have not yet disclosed the cause of death. Like the character Walt Jr. in Breaking Bad, Mitte had cerebral palsy. Throughout his career, he advocated for the representation of people with disabilities in Hollywood. Mitte also appeared in the role of Mind Master […]

RJ Mitte, who played Walter White Jr. in Breaking Bad, has died. He was 34 years old.

A rep for Mitte confirmed the news to Variety. The cause of death was not immediately disclosed.

Matt starred as Bryan Cranston's son and Anna Gunn's characters in the Vince Gilligan drama, considered one of the greatest TV shows of all time. Like the "Breaking Bad" character Walt Jr., Mitt had cerebral palsy. Her high-profile performance brought awareness to the condition, and she was an advocate for disability representation in Hollywood throughout her acting career. Related stories "The Boss Simpsons" season one guest stars Emma Thompson and Colin Jost. 'Treehouse of Horror' spoilers; Jack in the Box Easter egg and video update

"It is with deep sadness that we share the tragic passing of beloved actor, philanthropist and passionate disability rights advocate RJ Mitte," a representative for Mitte said in a statement. "Drawing on her own experience of living with cerebral palsy, Mitte brought authenticity to the role and created a platform on disability awareness and inclusion." Popular in Variety

As an ambassador for the United Nations of Cerebral Palsy and Children's Shriners, Mitte was president of her own charity, the Mitte Foundation, supporting various humanitarian efforts while challenging stereotypes about people with disabilities.

Before his death, Mitte was actively promoting his new film "Talking to Strangers".

Mitte also played the role of Mind Master in the Netflix superhero series Guardians of Justice. His works also include "Reminder" in 2017 and "Oak Room" in 2020. He also had a recurring role in the series Changed at Birth. He had a handful of projects in pre-production and production.

Mitte was engaged to his long-term partner Candy Suarez, whom he had been dating since 2018.

Born in Jackson, Mississippi, Mitt was brain-damaged at birth and then put up for adoption. He was diagnosed with cerebral palsy at the age of 3.

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