RJ Mitte, the actor best known for his role in the television series Breaking Bad, has died at the age of 34, according to De Telegraaf. The Dutch newspaper reported the death on Tuesday, October 13, 2026.
Mitte played Walter White Jr., the son of the show's central character, across the series' run. The role became his best-known credit and introduced him to a global audience.
De Telegraaf published the news under a breaking headline but has not yet released further details. No cause of death, location, or additional circumstances were included in the reporting available at the time of publication.
Breaking Bad, which aired from 2008 to 2013, followed a high school chemistry teacher who turns to manufacturing drugs after a terminal diagnosis. The series became one of the most acclaimed dramas of its era and continued to draw new viewers long after its finale. Mitte's character was a recurring presence throughout the show's five seasons.
Mitte was also known for speaking publicly about living with cerebral palsy, a condition he had since childhood. He appeared at events and in interviews discussing disability representation, though De Telegraaf's report did not address those activities.
Additional reporting from other outlets is expected as the story develops. Readers should watch for confirmation and further details from Mitte's representatives or his family, which have not yet been made public. CYBEV.io will update this story if more verified information becomes available.
