Kenneth Mitchell, Marvel and Star Trek actor, dies at 49 from ALS

The actor accumulated over 50 film and TV credits, including his role as Aurellio on 'Star Trek: Discovery'. Photo: Handout

Kenneth Mitchell, best known for his roles in Star Trek: Discovery and Captain Marvel, has died at age 49 after a five-year battle with ALS.

His family announced the sad news just after midnight on Saturday (Feb 24), releasing a statement to his official social media accounts.