RJ Mitte, 'Breaking Bad' Star, Struggled with Hollywood's View of Disability Before Death
Heartbreaking texts reveal the actor's frustration over limited roles and a desire for more inclusive casting.
US Politics • an hour ago
RJ Mitte, known for his role as Walter "Flynn" White Jr. on the acclaimed series "Breaking Bad," died by suicide on Monday at the age of 34. His personal text messages, obtained by the Daily Mail, reveal significant frustration with Hollywood's casting practices and the limited opportunities available to actors with disabilities.
Mitte, who openly discussed his cerebral palsy and was a vocal advocate for disability rights, expressed his dismay at being relegated to