‘Breaking Bad’ Actor RJ Mitte Dies at 34

RJ Mitte, the young actor best known for playing Walter White Junior in the acclaimed television series ‘Breaking Bad’, has died at the age of 34, his representatives confirmed to AFP on Monday.

The cause of death has not been officially disclosed.

In a statement issued by representative Sean Reilly, Mitte was remembered as a celebrated actor, philanthropist and committed advocate for the rights of people with disabilities.

“It is with profound sadness that we share the tragic passing of beloved actor, philanthropist, and passionate disability rights advocate RJ Mitte,” Reilly said. 

Mitte rose to prominence in 2008 when he joined Breaking Bad as the son of Walter White, a chemistry teacher who becomes a drug kingpin, played by Bryan Cranston.

Having lived with cerebral palsy himself, Mitte brought personal experience to the role, helping to improve the representation of people with disabilities on screen.

“Drawing from his own experience living with cerebral palsy, Mitte brought authenticity to the role and built a platform on disability awareness and inclusion,” Reilly said.

His work extended beyond acting into advocacy and philanthropy. He served as an ambassador for United Cerebral Palsy and Shriners Children’s, a non-profit hospital network supporting children.

Mitte also served as president of The Mitte Foundation, supporting charitable projects and community initiatives. Through his public profile, he worked to challenge stereotypes and promote greater inclusion and representation for people with disabilities.

“He also served as president of The Mitte Foundation, supporting philanthropic efforts and community initiatives, while using his platform to challenge stereotypes and promote greater representation for people with disabilities,” Reilly added.

Breaking Bad ran for five seasons from 2008 to 2013 and became one of television’s most acclaimed dramas. The New York Times named it the best television show of the 21st century.