Bryan Cranston has publicly mourned RJ Mitte, who played his son Walter Jr. in the series "Breaking Bad," after news of the actor's death was reported by the BBC on Tuesday. In a message carried by the BBC, Cranston wrote: "Te echaré de menos, hijo" — Spanish for "I will miss you, son."
Mitte's death was confirmed in reports published Tuesday, though the material available does not specify his age, the date of death or a cause. Cranston's tribute was among the first public reactions from the show's cast.
Spanish outlet El Diario Vasco reported that Cranston also responded after the cause of Mitte's death was confirmed, describing it as "especially devastating." Telecinco reported that Mitte had discussed his future plans in the days before he died, saying he had "muy limitado" — very limited — time. According to Diario AS, Mitte said he earned less from the series than he owed in taxes, a situation he described as leaving him cleaned out.
The reports also connect Mitte's death to a broader conversation in Hollywood about mental health, a subject raised in coverage by El Correo. The available material does not detail that connection further.
Mitte was best known for his role as Walter Jr., the son of Cranston's Walter White, across the run of the acclaimed drama series.
Further statements from cast members and confirmation of memorial arrangements are likely to follow.
