Kenneth Mitchell
New York, February 25 (EFE). – Canadian actor Kenneth Mitchell, known for his appearances in “Star Trek: Discovery” and “Captain Marvel,” among others He died five years after Lou Gehrig was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.
The news of his death on Saturday was announced by his family through social networks.
“It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Kenneth Alexander Mitchell, our beloved father, husband, brother, uncle, son and dear friend,” the message said.
Mitchell, who was 49 years old“He had a long career in both film and television, playing an Olympic hopeful, an apocalypse survivor, an astronaut, Carol Danvers' father in Marvel's 2019 Captain Marvel and the unforgettable Star Trek .,” his family recalled the statement.
But most of all, they remembered him as a dreamer, a lover of the beach, rowing canoes, gardening and landscaping, music, cats, a sports connoisseur, partner to Susan (wife and mother of his children) “and more nothing, a proud father” from Lilah and Kallum. He is also survived by his parents Diane and David.
“Ken was diligent and hard-working in everything he did, but as a father, these qualities were best expressed. He was extremely committed to being a positive and fun force in his children's lives. “He will always be proud of who his children have become,” also points out the message from his family.
He also points out that the actor, who was diagnosed with the disease in 2018, He was grateful “for the tremendous love and endless support he has received from his community throughout this journey, for the resilience and strength shown by his extraordinary wife, family and friends.”
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a disease of the nervous system that affects the neurons of the brain and spinal cord, causing loss of muscle control and worsening over time.
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It is called Lou Gehrig's disease (1903-1941), after the Yankee baseball player who was diagnosed with it. According to the Mayo Clinic, the cause is still unknown and in a few cases it is hereditary.
It is more common in men who experience symptoms just before the age of 65, although there have also been cases in which it appeared between the ages of 20 and 30.
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