The actor from the American series 'Breaking Bad,' R. J. Mitte, passed away at the age of 34. Initially, the cause of his death was unclear, but it later became known that he committed suicide.
According to a report by Variety, Mitte played the role of Walter White's son in the series, who has a disability. He became widely known to viewers because of this role. In this series, he portrayed the rebellious son of drug lord Walter White.
A representative for Mitte announced with deep sorrow the passing of the actor, philanthropist, and staunch advocate for the rights of people with disabilities. His death occurred in Brownsville, Texas.
Mitte himself, who played a character with a disability in 'Breaking Bad,' suffered from cerebral palsy. He was also a social activist and advocated for the rights of people with disabilities. Mitte participated in all five seasons of the series. The show aired from 2008 to 2013, and even 13 years after the series concluded, it remains one of the most watched on streaming platforms.
In October 2025, Mitte got engaged to Candy Suarez. In 2023, he mentioned dating Candy since 2018.
Bryan Cranston expressed deep disappointment and despair, writing about his grief. He noted that his beloved son, whom he played in 'Breaking Bad,' is no longer alive. Cranston recalled meeting him for the first time when he was a 14-year-old teenager. Mitte brilliantly played the role of Walter White Jr., despite suffering from cerebral palsy from birth, but never allowed it to be an excuse. He arrived on set on time and worked with great enthusiasm. He was a star of a popular TV show, but remained a child.
Cranston added that hearing about Mitte's suicide is even more heartbreaking. He shared that they exchanged messages just a few weeks ago, planning to meet for lunch. He did not know if that lunch would change his future, but he knew he loved him and valued their years of working together. He said he will miss his son.
This series, which began in 2008, concluded with the release of the final season in 2013. The popularity of 'Breaking Bad' demonstrates that even 13 years after the show ended, it remains relevant to an audience returning to streaming services to rewatch it.