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American actor RJ Mitte, best known for portraying Walter "Flynn" White Jr. in the acclaimed television series "Breaking Bad," died Monday, Oct. 12, at the age of 34, his representatives confirmed to entertainment outlets Variety and TMZ.
Mitte rose to prominence playing the son of Bryan Cranston's Walter White and Anna Gunn's Skyler White in the AMC crime drama created by Vince Gilligan, which ran from 2008 to 2013.
His representatives confirmed his passing in a statement describing him as a beloved actor, philanthropist and passionate advocate for disability rights.
Mitte, who lived with cerebral palsy, a neurological condition affecting movement and muscle coordination, drew on his personal experiences to portray Walter White Jr., a character who shared the same condition.
His representatives emphasized that the role allowed him to bring authenticity to the screen while raising awareness about disability inclusion.
Beyond his television career, Mitte worked with organizations supporting people with disabilities, serving as an ambassador for United Cerebral Palsy and Shriners Children's.
He also headed the Mitte Foundation, a charitable organization dedicated to philanthropic initiatives and challenging stereotypes surrounding disability.
Following his success on "Breaking Bad," Mitte appeared in television productions including "Switched at Birth" and Netflix's superhero series "The Guardians of Justice."
His film credits included the 2017 science fiction production "The Recall" and the 2020 thriller "The Oak Room."
According to Variety, the actor had been promoting his latest film, "Talking to Strangers," and taking part in podcast appearances in the days leading up to his death.
Several additional projects involving Mitte were in various stages of production and pre-production.
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