RJ Mitte, best known for playing Walter White Jr. in the hit television series ‘Breaking Bad’, passed away on Monday, October 12. He was 34.
Police rule out foul play in RJ Mitte’s death
A day after news broke about his demise, the actor’s representative have confirmed to Page Six that Mitte died by suicide. However, the Brownsville Police Department said, “The cause and manner of death are still pending, as there is currently an ongoing investigation.”According to People, a judge declared Mitte deceased at 1.32 pm local time on Monday. While an autopsy is expected to establish further details, authorities have reported no signs of foul play.
About RJ Mitte’s final appearance
Mitte’s death came as a shock to many, considering that the actor had gotten engaged to his partner, Kennedy Suarez, in October 2025, after proposing to her on October 10. The couple had made several red-carpet appearances together over the years.Mitte was last seen publicly on October 2, when he spoke to the inspirational podcast Stauros Entertainment about his film ‘Talking to Strangers’. He also appeared on the Joe Vulpis Podcast on October 5, discussing his experience of playing Walter White Jr. in ‘Breaking Bad’ and the importance of living life to the fullest.
Bryan Cranston pays tribute
Following news of his death, several of Mitte’s former co-stars paid tribute to the actor, remembering his work on the acclaimed AMC series. Bryan Cranston, who played Mitte’s onscreen father, Walter White, penned an emotional note on Instagram, remembering the late actor.“I’m in deep despair as I write this tonight. RJ Mitte, my sweet son on Breaking Bad has died. I met him when he was only 14 years old when he was cast as Walter White Jr., a part he played with such joy and enthusiasm. Born with Cerebral Palsy, he never – ever – allowed that challenge to be an excuse for anything. He met the demanding shooting schedule head on with great determination. Always listening to the advice that his TV parents (Anna Gunn and myself) gave him – but being a teenager, sometimes mischievously ignoring the counsel in order to learn the hard way… He was one of the stars of a hit TV show – but still a kid… It is especially devastating to hear that he took his own life. Why? We were texting each other just a few weeks ago – figuring out when we could meet for lunch. I don’t know if that lunch would have changed his future… But I do know that I loved him, and thoroughly enjoyed being with him throughout the years on the series, and after the spotlight on Breaking Bad dimmed… I’ll miss you, son,” a part of his post read.