Jake Lloyd‘s mom is finally giving an update on the former child actor’s life since Star Wars.
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X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram. “Ken was widely known as an actor in many films and television shows. He’s portrayed an Olympic hopeful, an apocalypse survivor, an astronaut, a superhero’s dad, and four unique Star Trekkers,” the statement continued.
“Ken was diligent and hardworking in everything he did, but as a father these traits found their fullest expression,” the statement read. “He was extremely dedicated to being a positive and playful force in the lives of his children. Regardless of his later disabilities, Ken discovered a higher calling to be more fully himself for his kids.”“Ken will be forever proud of who his children have become,” the statement concluded.
The Post reached out to Mitchell’s rep for comment. According to the post, the Toronto actor, who was born on November 24, 1974, was diagnosed with ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis), sometimes known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, in 2018. “For five and a half years Ken faced a series of awful challenges from ALS.
And in truest Ken fashion, he managed to rise above each one with grace and commitment to living a full and joyous life in each moment,” his family wrote. “Ken is forever grateful for the massive amounts of love and endless support he received from his community along this journey. Especially the courage, resilience and strength displayed from his extraordinary wife, family and friends.”Mitchell was described by his loved ones as “a keeper of countless enduring friendships.
Jake Lloyd‘s mom is finally giving an update on the former child actor’s life since Star Wars.
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Movie star Kenneth Mitchell has tragically passed away at the age of 49.
Kenneth Mitchell has sadly passed away.
Caroline Brew editor Kenneth Mitchell, known for his multiple roles on “Star Trek: Discovery,” died from ALS complications on Saturday. He was 49. “For five and a half years, Ken faced a series of awful challenges from ALS.
Kenneth Mitchell has sadly passed away.
Kenneth Mitchell, who played several characters in Star Trek: Discovery, and also was known for his roles in Jericho and Captain Marvel, has died from complications of ALS, his family revealed Saturday. He was 49.