# R.J. Mitte’s Mother Shares Tribute After His Death: “We Are Lost Without Him”

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/r-j-mittes-mother-shares-tribute-after-his-death-we-are-lost-without-him/
- Published: 2026-10-27T19:37:02+00:00
- Updated: 2026-10-27T20:40:39+00:00
- Original publisher: The Hollywood Reporter
- Original article: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/general-news/r-j-mitte-mother-tribute-death-1236741130/
- Topics: Business, Markets

## Key points

- Dyna Mitte says the family will continue her son’s advocacy work.
- Hundreds attended his Brownsville celebration of life.
- He had several film projects and other plans underway.

## Summary

R.J. Mitte’s mother, Dyna Mitte, has paid tribute to the actor and activist, saying her family feels lost without him but intends to continue the work he cared about. Her message also recalled how he overcame challenges, including cerebral palsy, and connected with people through his warmth and advocacy.

Mitte died by suicide at 34; his mother found him at his Texas home 15 days before sharing the tribute. Hundreds attended a celebration of life in Brownsville on 16 October, with another planned in Los Angeles. Dyna said he had three films released this year, two more due out, several new film deals, a forthcoming book and plans for a food truck.

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