Breaking Bad actor RJ Mitte dies at 34
RJ Mitte, the Breaking Bad actor and disability advocate, died by suicide in Texas on Monday, aged 34.
RJ Mitte died by suicide in Brownsville, Texas, on Monday. He played Walter White Jr in the US drama Breaking Bad from 2008 to 2013.
Mitte's last public appearance was on October 4 at the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta in New Mexico. He took his first hot air balloon flight, a moment on his bucket list.
During Breaking Bad's filming, he had worked on the balloon crew but his contract had not allowed him to fly. Former co-star Luis Moncada shared footage of their flight together, comforting Mitte and saying "You're gonna be OK."
Mitte's last interview was on October 5 on the Joe Vulpis Podcast, where he spoke about living life to the fullest. Mitte lived with cerebral palsy, a neurological condition affecting movement and muscle tone.
His disability advocacy work was central to his life. His final film role was the lead in Talking to Strangers, which premiered on September 30.
If you or someone you know is seeking support and information about suicide prevention, call or visit Lifeline on 13 11 14 or the Suicide Call Back Service on 1300 659 46.
- 34
- Age at death
- 2008 to 2013
- Breaking Bad years
- Brownsville, Texas
- Location of death
Why it mattersMitte was a prominent advocate for disability representation in media and entertainment, using his platform to champion meaningful inclusion.
AustraliaAustralians watched Breaking Bad and many followed Mitte's career; his death highlights the ongoing importance of mental health support and suicide prevention awareness.
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