R.J. Mitte's Manager Posts 11-Slide Tribute After Actor Dies by Suicide at 34
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Updated · Hollywood Reporter · Oct 14
R.J. Mitte's Manager Posts 11-Slide Tribute After Actor Dies by Suicide at 34
3 articles · Updated · Hollywood Reporter · Oct 14
Summary
Ben Brucato said he was "in complete shock" and "absolutely devastated" in an 11-slide Instagram tribute posted Tuesday, a day after Breaking Bad actor R.J. Mitte died by suicide at 34.
Brucato, who said he met Mitte shortly after his 21st birthday, described the relationship as far beyond business and said he had lost "a brother" and "a piece of my heart."
R.J. Mitte's manager used the post to highlight the actor's disability advocacy, saying he spoke worldwide on accessibility and inclusion, often without pay because "the message was more important than the money."
The tribute also focused on Mitte's private life and character, recalling late-night laughter, video games and travel while arguing his lasting legacy was making people feel seen, heard and accepted.