Actor RJ Mitte
American actor, philanthropist and disability rights advocate RJ Mitte, best known for his role as Walter “Flynn” White Jr. in the hit television series Breaking Bad, has reportedly died at the age of 34.
According to TMZ, a county official confirmed that Mitte died on Monday in Texas. The outlet reported that his death was a suspected suicide, although law enforcement authorities said investigations into the circumstances surrounding his death were still ongoing.
Mitte rose to international fame for his portrayal of Walter White Jr., the son of Bryan Cranston’s character in Breaking Bad. He appeared in 56 episodes of the critically acclaimed series, earning recognition for his performance. Beyond the show, he also featured in several productions, including The Oak Room, The Recall and The Guardians of Justice (Will Save You!).
Beyond his acting career, Mitte was widely admired for his advocacy for people living with disabilities. Drawing from his personal experience with cerebral palsy, he used his platform to promote inclusion, raise awareness and push for better representation of people with disabilities in Hollywood.
His representatives revealed that he served as an ambassador for United Cerebral Palsy and Shriners Children’s. He also served as president of the Mitte Foundation, through which he supported charitable initiatives and worked to challenge stereotypes surrounding people with disabilities.
Following the reported news of his passing, his representatives expressed deep sadness and appealed to the public to respect the privacy of his family and loved ones during the difficult period.
In his personal life, Mitte was engaged to his longtime partner, Kennedy Suarez, after several years of dating. He proposed to her last year.
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