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RJ Nothe beloved actor who played Walter White Jr. on AMCand the series hit Breaking baddied tragically.
He was only 34. He was engaged. He was a passionate advocate for disability rights. And he had hopes for the future.
Just last week a new episode of The Joe Fox Podcast he came out with him as a guest, and in it he was laughing, having a good time, and talking about plans.
He shared a clip of the podcast for him Instagram last week, especially one where he talks about where and Anne Gunnmaybe the characters from today’s show. (Anne played her TV mother.)
Sadly this would be RJ’s last post on the social media app.
TMZ reports that he was found dead of an apparent suicide in Texas on Monday. No further details have been made public.
Talking to the revolution, podcast host Joe Fox says he is shocked by the news, telling them:
“His death is a big surprise because he was so grounded and down to earth.”
Joe said TMZ that RJ was “one of the kindest and most genuine people [he] I had to talk to him.”
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Shortly after the news broke, fans took to his Instagram to pay their respects with your comments section, it’s where you’ll find many “rude” comments from the previous week.
While no one knows what happened before he died, or if RJ even saw the messages, it’s still devastating for fans to read comments that they feel didn’t give him enough credit. They write:
“The previous comments on this post break my heart… I wish I could be here to offer comforting words to one of the world’s greatest actors.”
“This guy was beautiful and got so much potential from people in his comments”
“It’s unbelievable to see how the comments section was before he passed away. you never know what someone is going through. please be kind to each other.”
“You were so mean to him in these comments…
RJ lived with cerebral palsy and became president of The Mitte Foundation, a non-profit organization that provided grants and scholarships to people in need. He was also an ambassador for the United Cerebral Palsy and Shriners Children’s organizations.
Remembering him for the joy and happiness he brought to the world, his fans continued to pay tribute:
“RIP buddy.. you were an amazing talent and a light in the world.. I’m sorry you were suffering”
“You loved RJ. I’m so sorry the world was so cruel.”
“I’m so sorry for his loved ones. He seemed like a good man. I hope he knows now that he was loved.”
“Put the myth to rest, if anyone is dealing with mental health please contact someone”
“This loss hurts. Breaking Bad is literally my favorite show and I always think about the scenes from the movie from time to time and the memory stays fresh. Your performance really touched the whole world. You are a pure soul. A true man. May your soul rest in peace.”
RJ gave the world so much heart.
His legacy and influence will continue through the awareness he raised for disability rights and the joy his talent brought to his fans. May he rest in peace.
For resources on mental health, visit https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/find-help.
If you or someone you know is considering suicide, help is available. Consider calling the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988, by calling, texting, or chatting, or go to 988 lifeline.org.
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