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RJ Mitte's Legacy: Walter Jr. and Disability Representation

Original: RJ Mitte’s Legacy: How Walter Jr. Shifted the Lens on Disability

RJ Mitte, who played Walter White Jr. on Breaking Bad, is being credited with changing how disability is portrayed on television. Mitte, who has cerebral palsy like his character, brought an authentic presence to a major network drama and later became an advocate for disabled actors. Commenters are reflecting on how his role shifted mainstream depictions of disability on screen.

Why now: Mitte's impact on disability representation is being reassessed in entertainment coverage right now

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