RJ Mitte, Breaking Bad actor, dies at age 34
Actor RJ Mitte has died at the age of 34 in Brownsville, Texas.

Representatives confirm passing details
His representatives announced his death on Monday without disclosing a specific cause. A statement described him as a philanthropist and disability rights advocate. He played Walter White Jr in the AMC drama series.
Career highlights and roles
Mitte appeared in fifty-six episodes of Breaking Bad between 2008 and 2013. He also starred in The Guardians of Justice and promoted a new film recently. His character shared his real-life experience with cerebral palsy.
Recent public appearances
He spoke on podcasts just days before his death occurred. Reports note he was actively promoting his latest movie project at that time. Various outlets confirmed his final activities included charity work and advocacy.
All 4 outlets report consistently
No differences in figures, names or dates across these reports.
- Variety
- The Hollywood Reporter
- The Guardian
- ABC News Australia
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Variety
RJ Mitte, ‘Breaking Bad’ Star, Dies at 34
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The Hollywood Reporter
R.J. Mitte, Walter White’s Son on ‘Breaking Bad,’ Dies at 34
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The Guardian
RJ Mitte, actor best known for Breaking Bad role, dies aged 34
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ABC News Australia
Breaking: Breaking Bad star RJ Mitte dies age 34
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