RJ Mitte: Actor and Advocate for Disability Awareness Dies at 34

RJ Mitte, famous for his role as Walter “Flynn” White Jr. in “Breaking Bad,” has passed away at the age of 34. CBS News confirmed the news through his representative. The cause of death remains undisclosed.

Role in “Breaking Bad”

Mitte portrayed the son of Bryan Cranston and Anna Gunn’s characters in the acclaimed AMC series. Known for its compelling storytelling, “Breaking Bad” is considered among the greatest TV shows ever produced. Mitte’s character, Walter Jr., and Mitte himself, lived with cerebral palsy, bringing authenticity to the role. His representative, Sean Riley, emphasized that his performance was rooted in personal experience, promoting disability awareness and inclusion.

Award and Activism

As part of the “Breaking Bad” ensemble, Mitte shared a Screen Actors Guild Award for Best Drama Ensemble in 2014. Beyond acting, he championed for individuals with disabilities, advocating for more inclusive roles in Hollywood. In 2014, Mitte received the SAG-AFTRA Howard Russell Award for his efforts. This award is named after the first actor with a disability to win an Oscar.

Philanthropy and Advocacy

RJ Mitte was noted for his involvement with several organizations, including serving as an ambassador for United Cerebral Palsy and Shriners Children’s. He also led The Mitte Foundation, dedicated to various philanthropic causes and community projects. Mitte utilized his platform to challenge stereotypes and enhance representation for individuals with disabilities.

Last year, Mitte collaborated with Can Do Canines, a nonprofit providing service dogs in Wisconsin and Minnesota. He expressed gratitude for his mobility, acknowledging that others might not have the same opportunities, and stressed the importance of support for those with disabilities.

“I’m very lucky with my disability that I have worked very hard to have the mobility I have today, but I see in many people’s lives, they don’t get the same opportunities,” Mitte stated.

This is an ongoing story and will be updated with more information as it becomes available.