10/15/2026
Today, we remember RJ Mitte, who passed away at the age of 34, and honor the lasting impact he made on disability awareness and inclusion.
Best known for his role as Walter White Jr. in Breaking Bad, RJ portrayed a teenager with cerebral palsy, a condition he had lived with since toddlerhood himself. Beyond the screen, he used his platform to challenge stereotypes and advocate for greater opportunities and representation for people with disabilities.
In 2012, RJ joined us at Taste of Milwaukee as our United Cerebral Palsy Youth Ambassador. During his visit, he shared these powerful words:
“UCP is an amazing organization that helps a spectrum of disabilities. What's awesome is that they actually get people jobs. They show that just because someone is disabled it doesn't mean that they are disabled. When people say, ‘No, you can't,’ they say, ‘Yes, you can.’”
We are grateful to have shared a part of RJ’s journey and remember him with deep respect for his advocacy and the legacy he leaves behind. Our thoughts are with his family, friends, and all those whose lives he touched.
Pictured: RJ Mitte at Taste of Milwaukee in 2012 as our United Cerebral Palsy Youth Ambassador.
Read the original 2012 article about RJ’s visit to Taste of Milwaukee: https://onmilwaukee.com/articles/rjmitte