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Late 'Breaking Bad' star RJ Mitte remembered for cerebral palsy advocacy
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Key Points:
- RJ Mitte, known for his roles in "Breaking Bad" and "Switched at Birth," died by suicide at age 34, according to his co-star Bryan Cranston.
- Born with cerebral palsy (CP), Mitte was an outspoken advocate for the disability community, sharing his experiences and working with organizations like United Cerebral Palsy.
- Mitte received care for CP as a child at Shriners Children’s Shreveport and later served as a patient ambassador and spokesperson for their anti-bullying campaign.
- He used his platform to inspire others with disabilities, emphasizing that CP did not limit his ability to achieve his goals and encouraging young disabled people to believe in their potential.
- Mitte described his time on "Breaking Bad" as a significant opportunity to lend his voice to impactful causes that improve lives.
