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'Breaking Bad' star RJ Mitte dead at 34

The actor played Walt Jr. on the acclaimed series; no cause of death has been reported as of now.

On air: Chip Darnell and Hank Ledger on The Five O'Clock
Published 4:42 PM ET, Monday, October 12, 2026

At a glance

First reported by New York Post: “‘Breaking Bad’ star RJ Mitte dead at 34”.
Covered on BBN on Monday, October 12, 2026, at 4:42 PM ET on The Five O'Clock, by Chip Darnell and Hank Ledger.

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Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorThe New York Post reports that RJ Mitte, who played Walt Jr. on Breaking Bad, has died at the age of thirty-four.
Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorThat is all we have on it right now, and it is a hard one for a lot of people who grew up watching that show.
Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorHe played a sympathetic character on a hit series, and the Post says he was thirty-four.
Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorWe'll update you as soon as we know more details.