‘Breaking Bad’ Star RJ Mitte Dies at 34 After Making a Lasting Impact on Disability Representation

RJ Mitte, the actor best known for portraying Walter White Jr. in the acclaimed television series Breaking Bad, has died at the age of 34. His representatives confirmed on October 12, 2026, that he died in Brownsville, Texas, and the Brownsville Police Department also confirmed his death. The news has prompted renewed attention to his acting career, his memorable role in the hit crime drama, and his efforts to promote disability awareness in the entertainment industry. In a statement, his…