Bryan Cranston Mourns TV Son RJ Mitte’s Tragic Passing

Bryan Cranston is grieving the profound loss of his on-screen son RJ Mitte, expressing his “deep despair” following the passing of the beloved “Breaking Bad” star.

In an emotional tribute, Bryan shared a touching photograph of himself alongside RJ, stating, “I’m in deep despair as I write this tonight. RJ Mitte, my sweet son on Breaking Bad has died.”

Reflecting on their time together, Bryan recounted first meeting RJ when he was just 14 years old. He praised RJ’s remarkable determination while navigating life with cerebral palsy, acknowledging his evolution from a teenager on set to a gifted actor and advocate for disability rights.

“He was one of the stars of a hit TV show — but still a kid,” Bryan reflected.

He shared that they had exchanged messages just weeks prior to RJ’s passing to plan a lunch together. Bryan expressed deep sorrow that their plans would never materialize, stating, “I do know that I loved him … I’ll miss you, son.”

As reported by TMZ, RJ, known for his role as Walter White Jr. on the acclaimed AMC series, passed away at the age of 34. Sources have indicated that he died by suicide, and authorities are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding his death.

Outside of his acting career, RJ was a fierce advocate for individuals with disabilities, leveraging his platform to push for increased representation and inclusion in the entertainment industry.

Podcast host Joe Vulpis, who met RJ shortly before his death, described him as “so positive” and one of the most kind and genuine individuals [he] he had the pleasure to interact with.

In his heartfelt tribute, Cranston encouraged anyone facing suicidal thoughts to reach out for support by contacting the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.