Bryan Cranston mourns ‘Breaking Bad’ co-star RJ Mitte: ‘My sweet son’
NBC News • • general
Key Points:
- Emmy-winning actor Bryan Cranston expressed deep sorrow over the suicide of his “Breaking Bad” co-star RJ Mitte, whom he referred to as “my sweet son.”
- Cranston revealed they had been in recent contact, planning to meet for lunch, and questioned whether that meeting might have changed Mitte’s fate.
- RJ Mitte, who had cerebral palsy, was known for his determination and advocacy for performers with disabilities, leading a philanthropic organization supporting the disabled community.
- Mitte played Walter White Jr. in the critically acclaimed AMC series “Breaking Bad,” appearing in 56 of the 62 episodes alongside Cranston’s character.
- Cranston reflected on Mitte’s growth from a raw young actor to a talented performer, mourning the loss of his promise and potential.
