'Breaking Bad' star Bryan Cranston leads tributes to 'sweet son' RJ Mitte after actor dies at 34
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Key Points:
- RJ Mitte, known for his role as Walter White Jr. on Breaking Bad, died by suicide at age 34 in Brownsville, Texas, according to his publicist.
- His Breaking Bad co-stars, including Bryan Cranston, Aaron Paul, and Dean Norris, expressed deep sorrow and paid tribute to Mitte's talent and character.
- Mitte, who had cerebral palsy, was a passionate disability rights advocate, using his platform to challenge stereotypes and promote representation in the entertainment industry.
- Born in 1992, Mitte began acting in 2006 and gained critical acclaim for his role on Breaking Bad from 2008 to 2013, later producing independent films and supporting disability-related philanthropic efforts.
- He was engaged to Kennedy Suarez and served as an ambassador for United Cerebral Palsy and Shriners Children's, also leading the Mitte Foundation focused on disability advocacy.
