RJ Mitte, the actor who played Walter“Flynn”White Jr. on“Breaking Bad,”has died at 34. His representatives confirmed to Page Six that Mitte died by suicide, with the manner of death pending autopsy. The news broke a wave of tributes from his former co-stars and fans around the world.
Aaron Paul, who played Jesse Pinkman, shared an emotional post calling Mitte an inspiration and recalling the last time they saw each other.“I kept calling you Superman,”Paul wrote, adding that he was heartbroken and loved his friend. Bryan Cranston, who played Mitte’s onscreen father Walter White, said he was in“despair”over the loss.
Mitte, who had cerebral palsy and was a passionate disability rights advocate, brought authenticity to his role that resonated far beyond television. He was also a philanthropist and a beloved member of his Brownsville, Texas community, where he helped open a cultural museum. His legacy of advocacy and kindness will not be forgotten. If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health, call or text 988 for free, confidential support.
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