Baku:US actor RJ Mitte, renowned for his role in the hit series 'Breaking Bad,' has passed away at the age of 34. Mitte gained fame portraying Walter White Jr., the son of Bryan Cranston's character in the Emmy-winning series. He used his platform to advocate for disability rights, drawing from his own experience with cerebral palsy.
According to Ghana News Agency, Mitte's death was made public by his representatives on Monday. Born Roy Frank Mitte III, he began his career with minor roles in sitcoms like 'Everybody Hates Chris' and 'Hannah Montana' before his breakthrough in 2008 with 'Breaking Bad.' He played a recurring role until the series concluded in 2013, sharing the screen with Bryan Cranston, Aaron Paul, Anna Gunn, Bob Odenkirk, and Dean Norris.
Tributes poured in from his co-stars, with Dean Norris, who played Hank Schrader, expressing his heartbreak and fond memories of Mitte. Aaron Paul, known for his role as Jesse Pinkman, also shared his sorrow and admiration for Mitte, encouraging others to remember they are loved.
Throughout his career, Mitte appeared in series such as 'Switched At Birth,' 'Vegas,' 'Now Apocalypse,' and 'Chance,' and films like 'Time Share,' 'Dixieland,' and 'Westhampton.' He also participated in a Vivienne Westwood fashion show and co-presented Channel 4's coverage of the 2016 Rio Paralympics.
Diagnosed with cerebral palsy at three, Mitte was an advocate for disability awareness and worked with organizations like United Cerebral Palsy, Shriners Children's, and Can Do Canines. He presided over the Mitte Foundation, supporting those in need through grants and scholarships.
Vincent Martella, known for his voice work in 'Phineas and Ferb,' paid tribute on social media, describing Mitte as a wonderful and genuinely nice person, expressing deep sorrow over his passing.