RJ Mitte, 'Breaking Bad' actor, found dead in Texas

Actor RJ Mitte, best known for his role as Walter White Jr. in 'Breaking Bad', was found dead in Brownsville, Texas, on October 12, 2026, at the age of 34. Reports indicate his death was a suicide.

Details have emerged regarding personal stressors Mitte faced leading up to his death. Sources suggest he was experiencing significant tension due to a conflict between his fiancée, Kennedy Suarez, and his mother, Dyna Mitte. Reports indicate Suarez had allegedly issued an ultimatum, asking Mitte to choose between her and his mother, whom he was deeply close to. Mitte had also reportedly faced professional challenges in securing new roles and expressed economic concerns.

Mitte, who lived with cerebral palsy, was widely respected for his authenticity and his efforts to help others with disabilities enter the film industry through a foundation in Brownsville. His 'Breaking Bad' co-stars, including Bryan Cranston and Aaron Paul, have expressed their grief. Fans and friends in Albuquerque, New Mexico, also remembered him as a bright presence who maintained strong ties to the region.