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‘Breaking Bad’ Star and New Orleans Saints Fan RJ Mitte Dies at 34

RJ Mitte, best known for playing Walter White Jr. on Breaking Bad, died at 34. The actor was also a passionate New Orleans Saints fan who once explained what the team meant to his family.

Published: Monday, 12 October 2026 at 11:40 PM
‘Breaking Bad’ Star and New Orleans Saints Fan RJ Mitte Dies at 34
Key Things to Know
  • Breaking Bad actor and New Orleans Saints supporter RJ Mitte died Monday at age 34.
  • Representatives confirmed Mitte died in Brownsville, Texas, but did not publicly release an official cause of death.
  • Mitte was raised in Louisiana and maintained lifelong support for the Saints inspired by his family.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Actor and New Orleans Saints fan RJ Mitte died on Monday, October 12, at the age of 34 in Brownsville, Texas. His representatives confirmed his passing in a statement, remembering him as a beloved actor, philanthropist, and disability rights advocate. Mitte was best known for his role as Walter White Jr. on AMC's television drama Breaking Bad.

Beyond his acting career, Mitte grew up in Lafayette, Louisiana, and maintained a deep connection to the Saints and his home state. An official cause of death was not immediately confirmed by representatives, though an ongoing law enforcement investigation was reported. Mitte also served as an ambassador for United Cerebral Palsy and Shriners Children's.

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