Aaron Paul Shares RJ Mitte’s Mental Health Video After Suicide — SkimNews
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- Aaron Paul posted a video of RJ Mitte discussing mental health on Instagram, accompanied by a heartfelt caption expressing sorrow over Mitte’s death and admiration for his resilience.
- RJ Mitte died on October 12 at age 34, with his cause of death confirmed as suicide, cutting short the life of the actor best known for playing Walt Jr. on 'Breaking Bad'.
- RJ Mitte directly addressed mental health in the video Paul shared, urging viewers to stop masking their emotions and to acknowledge when they are not truly 'OK'.
- Bryan Cranston expressed despair over Mitte’s death, recalling their recent text exchanges about meeting for lunch and praising Mitte’s determination while filming the series.
- Aaron Paul remembered meeting Mitte as a teenager and watching him grow into a 'beautiful young man' who faced challenges with confidence and grace, likening him to Superman.
Why it matters: The public sharing of Mitte’s mental health message by co-stars like Paul and Cranston amplifies a call to action for those struggling, turning personal grief into a broader appeal for openness—highlighting that even visibly strong individuals can face unseen internal battles.
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