RJ Mitte, the actor best known for portraying Walter “Flynn” White Jr. on the critically acclaimed series “Breaking Bad,” has died. His representative confirmed the news to CBS News on Monday, stating that Mitte was 34 years old. No official cause of death has been released.
Cameron County Justice of the Peace Cyndi Hinojosa told The Associated Press that Mitte was pronounced dead at approximately 1:30 p.m. on Monday in Brownsville, Texas. He passed away just days after a public appearance in Beverly Hills on September 30.
Midte’s portrayal of Walter White’s son on the AMC drama earned him widespread recognition. The show, often ranked among the greatest television series in history, featured Mitte drawing upon his own lived experience with cerebral palsy to bring authenticity to the character. This personal connection helped him build a significant platform focused on disability awareness and inclusion.
“Beyond entertaining friends and family around the world, he served as an ambassador for United Cerebral Palsy and Shriners Children’s,” his representative, Sean Riley, said in a statement. “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.”
During his acting career, Mitte achieved notable industry recognition. In 2014, he won a Screen Actors Guild Award for Best Drama Ensemble for his work on the show’s final season. He was also honored with the SAG-AFTRA Howard Russell Award that same year, an accolade named after the first actor with a disability to win an Oscar.
Midte remained active in advocacy until recently. In 2025, he partnered with Can Do Canines, an organization that provides service dogs to residents of Wisconsin and Minnesota. Reflecting on his own journey, he noted the disparities others face. “I’m very lucky with my disability that I have worked very hard to have the mobility I have today, but I see in many people’s lives, they don’t get the same opportunities,” he said at the time of the partnership.
His work with Can Do Canines and the Mitte Foundation was so important. The world lost a genuine champion for inclusion.
He was perfect as Walt Jr. Those final seasons were incredible. His SAG award was well-deserved recognition for the whole cast.
Wait, is this a rumor? The article mentions a September appearance but doesn’t give a cause of death. Is it confirmed?
Born right here in Cameron County. Reallysad news for Brownsville. He represented us well throughout his career.
I can’t believe he’s gone at 34. Such a brilliant actor and even more inspiring advocate for the disability community.