RJ Mitte, best known for playing Walter White Jr., also known as Flynn, in the acclaimed television series Breaking Bad, spoke about the show’s legacy and the possibility of revisiting its fictional White family just days before his death at 34.
The actor appeared on Joe Vulpis’ podcast in an interview shared on social media on October 7, 2026, where he highlighted about the show’s ending and the challenges of living up to its success.
Mitte died in Brownsville, Texas, on October 12, 2026. His representative confirmed that he died by suicide, according to Variety. The Brownsville Police Department received a call at 12:50 PM local time on Monday. Officers who arrived at the residence found Mitte dead. While his representative confirmed that the actor died by suicide, authorities initially said the investigation into the circumstances of his death was ongoing.
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Mitte’s representative also released a statement mourning his death and remembering his contributions to acting and disability rights.
“It is with profound sadness that we share the tragic passing of beloved actor, philanthropist, and passionate disability rights advocate RJ Mitte,” his rep said in a statement earlier Monday. “Drawing from his own experience living with cerebral palsy, Mitte brought authenticity to the role and built a platform on disability awareness and inclusion.”
RJ Mitte’s Last Interview: What Did He Say About Breaking Bad?
In the podcast conversation with Joe Vulpis, Mitte discussed whether the story of the White family had truly ended with the conclusion of Breaking Bad. The actor suggested that while Walter White’s transformation into the drug kingpin Heisenberg had reached its conclusion, the lives of other members of the family still left questions unanswered.
Mitte played Walter White Jr., the son of Walter White, portrayed by Bryan Cranston, and Skyler White, played by Anna Gunn. His character appeared throughout the show’s five seasons, which aired from 2008 to 2013.





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