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‘Breaking Bad’ star RJ Mitte’s loved ones ‘in shock’ over tragic suicide: ‘Very big loss’

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Jones, S., & Brody, L. (2026, October 13). ‘Breaking Bad’ star RJ Mitte’s loved ones ‘in shock’ over tragic suicide: ‘Very big loss’. New York Post. https://pagesix.com/2026/10/12/celebrity-news/breaking-bads-rj-mittes-loved-ones-shocked-by-sudden-death/

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RJ Mitte, known for his role in "Breaking Bad," died suddenly at age 34 in Brownsville, Texas on Monday. Local officials are conducting an autopsy to determine the cause of death. Community members and representatives from the entertainment industry expressed shock and sadness over his passing, highlighting Mitte’s contributions to disability rights advocacy and local arts initiatives.

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RJ Mitte, a 34-year-old actor best known for his role as Walter White Jr. in Breaking Bad, died on October 12, 2026, in Brownsville, Texas. His death was confirmed by his representatives to Variety and Deadline. No cause of death was initially reported, but later articles indicated he took his own life according to family representatives. Mitte had cerebral palsy and used his platform to advocate for disability rights, serving as an ambassador for organizations like United Cerebral Palsy and Shriners Children's, and founding the Mitte Foundation which awarded grants and scholarships amounting to $117,000 in 2024. His mother, Dyna Mitte, was seen preparing for his funeral, expected to draw up to 1,500 mourners in Brownsville.

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RJ Mitte is being remembered for his kind heart by those knew him best, including those from his Brownville, Texas community. asserted

Mitte → remember → community

“RJ was a beloved member of our community, and his passing has left us shocked and heartbroken,” Cameron County Justice of the Peace Judge, Cyndi Hinojosa, told Page Six exclusively. asserted

Judge → leave → Peace

“His family has deep roots here, dating back to his grandfather. asserted

family → have → grandfather

In recent years, RJ built on those connections, becoming actively involved with local residents and the arts community and helping open a cultural museum. asserted

RJ → build → museum

He meant so much to this community, and his loss will be deeply felt. asserted

loss → mean → community

The “Breaking Bad” actor died on Monday at 1:32 p.m. He was 34 years old. asserted

He → die → p.m.

“I have sent the body for an autopsy in Harlingen at Valley Baptist,” Judge Hinojosa added. asserted

Hinojosa → send → Baptist

“Dr. Elizabeth Miller will be the person to be able to confirm the manner in which he died.” Mitte passed away in Texas, where a Justice of the Peace functions like a medical examiner when certain counties in the state do not have a dedicated medical examiner’s office. The investigation into the actor’s death is still ongoing. asserted

investigation → confirm → death

“It is with profound sadness that we share the tragic passing of beloved actor, philanthropist and passionate disability rights advocate RJ Mitte,” a rep for Mitte shared with Page Six. asserted

rep → share → Page

“RJ Mitte was best known for his role as Walter ‘Flynn’ White Jr. on AMC’s critically acclaimed, award-winning series ‘Breaking Bad.’ asserted

Mitte → win → series

Drawing from his own experience living with cerebral palsy, Mitte brought authenticity to the role and built a platform on disability awareness and inclusion.” asserted

Mitte → draw → awareness

According to his rep, Mitte served as a proud ambassador for United Cerebral Palsy and Shriners Children’s. uncertain

Mitte → accord → Palsy

“He also served as president of The Mitte Foundation, supporting philanthropic efforts and community initiatives, while using his platform to challenge stereotypes and promote greater representation for people with disabilities.” asserted

He → serve → disabilities

The statement concluded, “At this time, we ask people to respect the privacy of RJ Mitte’s family and close ones.” asserted

we → conclude → family

Conversation Your voice matters. asserted

voice → matter → ?

Discussions are moderated for civility. asserted

Discussions → moderate → civility

‘Breaking Bad’ star RJ Mitte’s loved ones ‘in shock’ over tragic suicide: ‘Very big loss’

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