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Hollywood is in mourning as Star Trek: Discovery actor Kenneth Mitchell has passed away at the age of 49 from complications with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.
Mitchell is best known for playing several Klingon characters in Star Trek: Discovery. He also had a role on the television series Jericho, starred in the 2004 sports biopic Miracle, and played Captain Marvel’s father in the 2019 film. He also made appearances in Star Trek: Lower Decks, Switched at Birth, and Odyssey 5.
“With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Kenneth Alexander Mitchell, beloved father, husband, brother, uncle, son and dear friend,” his family announced. “For five and a half years, Ken faced 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. He lived by the principals that each day is a gift and we never walk alone.”
Please view Mitchell’s obituary and statement from his family below:
Mitchell was married to actress Susan May Pratt and had two children.
ComingSoon sends condolences to Mitchell’s friends and family.