RJ Mitte, the actor who rose to prominence as Walter “Flynn” White Jr. on the acclaimed series Breaking Bad, has died at the age of 34.
His representatives confirmed the news to multiple outlets, saying, “It is with profound sadness we share the tragic passing of beloved actor, philanthropist, and passionate disability rights advocate RJ Mitte.”
A cause of death has not yet been publicly released.
Mitte, who had cerebral palsy, became a groundbreaking figure in Hollywood by portraying a character who also lived with the condition. His performance on Breaking Bad helped expand visibility for actors with disabilities and pushed the industry toward more inclusive casting.
Beyond his acting career, Mitte was deeply involved in advocacy work, championing equal opportunities and stronger representation for people with disabilities across film and television.
Over the course of his career, Mitte earned more than 30 acting credits, including roles in Switched at Birth, Now Apocalypse, and various independent projects.
His passing marks a significant loss for both the entertainment world and the disability rights community.
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