RJ Mitte's cause of death revealed after Breaking Bad star's tragic death aged 34
The cause of death for Breaking Bad actor RJ Mitte has been confirmed as suicide by hanging. The 34-year-old actor was widely recognized for his role as Walter White Jr. and his advocacy for disability rights.
Why it matters
The death of a prominent actor who served as a role model for the disability community has prompted widespread public mourning and discussions on mental health.
6 RJ Mitte's cause of death has been revealed -Credit:AP Photo/Jordan Strauss (AP Photo/Jordan Strauss) Breaking Bad star RJ Mitte's cause of death has been revealed after he died aged 34 last month .
Page Six, who have seen the inquest document, report that the actor died by hanging on 12 October and that he was pronounced dead at 1.32pm.
This comes after his representative previously confirmed he had died by suicide but did not disclose any more details.
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The star, who was diagnosed with cerebral palsy when he was three, was described by his publicist as a "beloved actor, philanthropist, and passionate disability rights advocate".
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