Mitte’s character, Walter Jr., was an important part of the story and, just like Walter, he had cerebral palsy. His performance helped raise awareness of the condition and challenged stereotypes about people with disabilities.
Appearing on the Joe Vulpis Podcast , RJ Mitte shared his own experience working as an actor with cerebral palsy, and what it gave him
“That’s really the greatest thing that Breaking Bad has given me, is to be able to lend my voice to causes that make a meaningful impact that changes people’s lives,” he said.RJ Mitte might have been an actor, but his work extended far beyond being in front of the camera on screen. The actor was a passionate advocate for disability rights and representation in Hollywood. For example, he served as an ambassador for United Cerebral Palsy and Shriners Children’s
He was also president of the Mitte Foundation, which supported charitable causes and inclusion.
