RJ Mitte, the actor best known for his role as Walter White Jr in the acclaimed series Breaking Bad, has died at the age of 34.
His representatives confirmed his passing on Monday, stating, “It is with profound sadness that we share the tragic passing of beloved actor, philanthropist, and passionate disability rights advocate RJ Mitte.” The statement was provided to Variety and Deadline.
Mitte, who had cerebral palsy, played a character with the same condition in 56 episodes of the AMC show. He was a vocal advocate for disability representation in entertainment and held philanthropic roles, including as an ambassador for United Cerebral Palsy and president of the Mitte Foundation.
No cause of death has been given.