Hollywood is mourning the loss of actor and disability rights advocate RJ Mitte, best known for portraying Walter White Jr. on AMC’s critically acclaimed series Breaking Bad. The actor died on October 12th, 2026, at the age of 34, leaving behind a legacy of memorable performances and advocacy for people with disabilities.
According to People, Mitte died in Brownsville, Texas, at the age of 34. His representatives confirmed his passing and remembered him as a talented actor, philanthropist and passionate advocate for disability inclusion. The official cause of death had not been disclosed in the initial report.
Mitte rose to prominence playing Walter “Flynn” White Jr. throughout all five seasons of Breaking Bad, which aired from 2008 to 2013. Like his character, Mitte lived with cerebral palsy, bringing greater visibility and authentic representation to the television industry.
Beyond acting, Mitte supported organizations including United Cerebral Palsy and Shriners Children’s while serving as president of The Mitte Foundation. His work focused on increasing opportunities and challenging stereotypes surrounding people with disabilities.
