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‘Breaking Bad’ Star Dies Suddenly At 34
“Breaking Bad” star RJ Mitte died Monday in Texas at age 34, according to TMZ.
A county official confirmed the actor’s death to the outlet, which reported that he died by suicide. Law enforcement told TMZ the investigation remained ongoing. Mitte’s representatives also confirmed his death.
The actor had announced his engagement to longtime girlfriend Kennedy Suarez in October 2025, sharing his excitement about their future with People.
“I’m thrilled to have found my person, my partner in life who makes me want to be better, no matter what we’re doing,” Mitte told the magazine.
“Kennedy is my everything and I can’t wait to officially start our life together and see what adventures life takes us on next.”
Mitte became known to audiences as Walter White Jr. on AMC’s “Breaking Bad,” playing the son of Bryan Cranston’s Walter White and Anna Gunn’s Skyler White.
His work extended beyond Hollywood. Mitte, who had cerebral palsy, advocated for greater opportunities for performers with disabilities and served as an ambassador for United Cerebral Palsy and Shriners Children’s.
He also served as president of The Mitte Foundation, supporting charitable efforts and community programs.
