American actor RJ Mitte passed away on October 12 at the age of 34, with his agent confirming the news. He was best known for playing Walter White Jr., the son of Walter White, in the TV series "Breaking Bad."
Mittleman appeared in all five seasons of "Breaking Bad." He has cerebral palsy and drew from his own experiences to inform his portrayal of the character.
In addition to his acting career, Mittleman was a long-time advocate for disability rights, serving as an ambassador for relevant organizations and founding a foundation to support charitable and community activities.
Before his passing, Mittleman was still promoting his new film and had appeared on podcasts to discuss his work. After the news of his death was announced, Aaron Paul, who also starred in "Breaking Bad," issued a statement mourning his loss.