Bryan Cranston, Breaking Bad Cast Mourn RJ Mitte After Actor’s Death at 34
Bryan Cranston, Aaron Paul and Dean Norris have paid tribute to their Breaking Bad co-star RJ Mitte, who died at 34. Cranston revealed that the two had been exchanging messages about meeting for lunch just weeks earlier.
The cast of Breaking Bad is mourning RJ Mitte, who played Walter White Jr. in the acclaimed crime drama and died at the age of 34. Bryan Cranston, Aaron Paul and Dean Norris have shared emotional tributes remembering their co-star.
Cranston, who portrayed Mitte’s on-screen father Walter White, recalled meeting the actor when he was just 14. In an Instagram tribute, he praised Mitte’s enthusiasm, talent and determination as he grew from a teenage performer into an advocate for disability representation.
Cranston also revealed that they had been exchanging messages just weeks earlier to arrange lunch. Reflecting on the loss, he expressed his love for Mitte and said he would miss him.
Aaron Paul, who played Jesse Pinkman, also expressed his grief. Speaking to The Hollywood Reporter, Paul said he was heartbroken and described Mitte as a friend who would be deeply missed.
Dean Norris, who portrayed Hank Schrader, remembered Mitte as a kind young man and extended his condolences to the actor’s family.
Mitte appeared throughout the five-season run of Breaking Bad, which aired from 2008 to 2013. His portrayal of Walter White Jr. brought him recognition, while his work beyond the series included advocating for greater inclusion of people with disabilities in the entertainment industry.
Mitte had cerebral palsy and used his public platform to support disability representation. His death has prompted an outpouring of tributes from his former co-stars and fans.
No official cause of death was disclosed in the report.
