Breaking Bad Star RJ Mitte Dies at 34

RJ Mitte, the actor best known for playing Walter White Jr. in the series Breaking Bad, died at the age of 34.

RJ Meath, the actor best known for playing Walter White Jr. on Breaking Bad, has died at the age of 34.

TMZ reported that a county official in Texas confirmed the news that he died today, October 12, 2026. The site reported that Mitt was said to have died by suicide.

Further details about his death are unclear. The investigation is ongoing.

Mitte began his career in Hollywood with a small role in Disney's Hannah Montana, before appearing in 2008 as Bryan Cranston's son Walter White. History of television

Mitte appeared in all five seasons of Breaking Bad, but went on to pursue an acting career that saw him contribute to various mediums across the entertainment spectrum. In 2013, he appeared in the music video for "Party Like Tomorrow Is the End of the World" by Steel Panther. In 2014, she appeared in nine episodes of the television series Switched at Birth.

While his time on screen also saw him play roles in the likes of Now Apocalypse and This Close, his film resume includes parts like 2021's Victory, 2020's The Oak Room, and 2019's All the Little Things We Kill. In his latest project, he played the role of Joshua in this year's Talking to Stranger.

Mitte's reps shared a statement with TMZ announcing his passing. They called him a 'beloved actor'. A passionate humanitarian and advocate for disability rights."

The message continued: "RJ Mitte is best known for his role as Walter 'Flynn' White Jr. on AMC's acclaimed and award-winning series Breaking Bad. Drawing on her own experience of living with cerebral palsy, Mitte brought authenticity to the role and created a platform on disability awareness and inclusion. In addition to entertaining friends and family around the world, he served as an ambassador for United Cerebral Palsy and Children's Shriners.

Fans of Mitte's work have already taken to social media to share their condolences. Others take time to remember his impact not only as an actor but also as an important disability rights advocate.

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RIP RJ Mitte. I hope you are at peace

— The Moonlight Warrior 🌙 (@BlackMajikMan90) October 12, 2026

@IGN Too young. Thank you for giving us one of the most iconic characters on television.

— Jack Hay (@JackHayHomes) October 12, 2026

He was instrumental in Breaking Bad as well as helping the disabled community.

The very sad news of RJ Mitte, known as Walter White Jr. in Breaking Bad, has passed away.

Mitte, who has cerebral palsy, used her platform to push for greater representation and opportunities for actors with disabilities.