Actor RJ Mitte, known for Breaking Bad, dies aged 34 in Texas

US actor RJ Mitte, best known for playing Walter White Jr. in the drama series Breaking Bad, has died aged 34.

Mitte was found dead on 12 October at his home in Brownsville, Texas, according to Cameron County Justice of the Peace Cyndi Hinojosa. The Brownsville Police Department confirmed the death and said the cause and manner have not yet been determined, with no foul play suspected and an investigation ongoing.

Born with cerebral palsy, Mitte drew on his own experience for the role of Walter White Jr., earning a Screen Actors Guild Award in 2014 for his work on the Emmy‑winning series. He was also an ambassador for United Cerebral Palsy and Shriners Children’s, and founded The Mitte Foundation to promote disability awareness and inclusion.

His representative, Sean Reilly, described Mitte as a “beloved actor, philanthropist, and passionate disability rights advocate”. Co‑stars Bryan Cranston, Aaron Paul and Dean Norris posted tributes, praising his talent and advocacy.

The death follows no immediate public explanation, and a post‑mortem examination is planned.

Source: BBC News. Photo: Caleb Oquendo / Pexels.