Kenneth Mitchell
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Kenneth Mitchell is known for playing a variety of characters. Star Trek: Discovery In addition to his role in captain marvel and Jericho,died. He was 49 years old.
Mitchell died Saturday in Los Angeles of complications from ALS, his family said. hollywood reporter.
“Kenny was the keeper of countless lasting friendships,” they said. “Like a big star exploding with kindness, purity, and a certain stupidity, you were drawn directly into his orbit. Once caught, Kenny gave you positivity, compassion, and thoughtfulness. , and will give you cheerfulness and make you feel very loved.”
Mitchell played four characters over three seasons for Paramount Pictures. Star Trek: Discovery: Col, Korsha, Tenavik, Aurelio. He also played the father of young Captain Marvel in the Marvel movie Flashback. captain marvel World War II flyer, ABC’s Deke Slayton astronaut wife club.
Mitchell, who was born in Toronto on November 25, 1974, booked his first studio film for Disney in 2004, portraying professional ice hockey player Ralph Cox. miracle.He later played mayor-turned-sheriff Eric Green on the CBS show Jericho, his first series regular role, beginning in 2006.Most recently, he played Joe on FX/Hulu old man In 2022.
Mitchell was diagnosed with ALS in 2018. He spoke about his diagnosis in a 2020 interview. peoplewhere he says: [ALS], it was like being in my own movie. It felt like I was watching a scene where someone was diagnosed with a terminal illness. It was completely unbelievable and shocking. ”
Actor Michael Beach said in a statement late Sunday that “Kenny has remained a force of positivity and humor” as he and his family “have dealt with various terrible stages of ALS.”
In his later roles, old man, Nancy Drew and lookMitchell appeared in a wheelchair.
Mitchell met his wife. 10 things I hate about you Actress Susan May Pratt on the set of Showtime in 2001 Amulet for an easy life. They played a romantic relationship. The first scene they filmed was the characters kissing, and sparks flew both on screen and in real life. They married in May 2006 and have two children, Laila and Callum.
Mitchell is survived by Pratt, his children, his parents and in-laws, and several nieces and nephews. His family has asked that any gifts be directed toward his ALS research or his children, the latter through his GoFundMe.
“Kenneth was a giver, a listener, an empathetic person and an observant person,” his family said. “One of his most endearing qualities as a friend was that Kenny loved to see others shine. He was a conductor who brought friends together and told a good story.” He really enjoyed encouraging … and, well, he loved to laugh. He really loved to laugh.”
