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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Caitlin Hornik

Breaking Bad star dies aged 34

  • Breaking Bad actor RJ Mitte has died at the age of 34, with a cause of death yet to be released.
  • The actor was best known for playing Walter Jr., the son of Bryan Cranston's character Walter White, appearing in 56 episodes of the series between 2008 and 2013.
  • Mitte, who lived with cerebral palsy, died in Brownsville, Texas, according to his reps.
  • “It is with profound sadness that we share the tragic passing of beloved actor, philanthropist, and passionate disability rights advocate RJ Mitte,” they wrote in a statement.
  • Mitte’s work on Breaking Bad led to several other notable projects across TV and film and he most recently starred in 2025’s Westhampton .

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RJ Mitte: Breaking Bad star dies aged 34

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