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Breaking Bad Actor RJ Mitte Dies at 34

RJ Mitte, who played Walter White Jr. on Breaking Bad and advocated for disability awareness, has died in Brownsville, Texas.

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  • RJ Mitte, who played Walter White Jr. on Breaking Bad, died at age 34.
  • His representatives said he died in Brownsville, Texas.
  • Mitte lived with cerebral palsy and advocated for disability awareness and inclusion.
  • Bryan Cranston and other co-stars paid tribute to Mitte.
  • A celebration of life was scheduled for Friday, Oct. 16, in Brownsville, according to his obituary.
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Highlights Mitte's cerebral palsy advocacy and legacy

NBC News (Politics): What to Know About ‘Breaking Bad’ Actor RJ Mitte’s Cause of Death and Cerebral Palsy Diagnosis

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Left-leaning outlets focus on Mitte's life with cerebral palsy, his disability rights advocacy and tributes from co-stars and advocacy groups.

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Mainstream liberal outlets such as CNN, MSNBC, NPR and The Washington Post. Usually focuses on who is affected, climate, public institutions and criticism of the Trump administration.

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Right: Reports Mitte died by suicide at 34

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Reports Mitte died by suicide at 34

The Daily Caller: ‘Breaking Bad’ Star RJ Mitte Dead By Apparent Suicide At 34

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Right-leaning outlets report the cause of death as suicide, citing representatives and law enforcement, while noting his acting career and disability advocacy.

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Mainstream conservative outlets such as Fox News, the Washington Examiner and the New York Post. Usually focuses on costs, security, government overreach and Democratic policy.

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Left: Highlights Mitte's cerebral palsy advocacy and legacy

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