RJ Mitte’s Cause of Death Confirmed

RJ Mitte at the 2013 Emmys
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Breaking Bad actor RJ Mitte‘s cause of death has been confirmed by his representative.

If you did not see the tragic news, RJ, who was a disability rights advocate living with cerebral palsy and was best known for his role as Walter White Jr. on the hit AMC television show, died on Monday (October 12) in an apparent suicide. He was 34-years-old.

RJ Mitte at AOL Build in 2017

RJ Mitte’s Cause of Death, Confirmed

On Monday night (October 12), RJ Mitte‘s rep confirmed that his cause of death was by suicide.

A few other details have been disclosed.

The Brownsville Police Department in Texas revealed, “The cause and manner of death are still pending, as there is currently an ongoing investigation.”

People confirmed he was declared deceased at 1:32 p.m. local time on Monday by a judge, and an autopsy will be performed to determine more details.

There were no signs of foul play.

RJ Mitte on a red carpet in 2019.

If you don’t know, RJ got engaged just about one year before his passing. He proposed to his partner, Kennedy Suarez, on October 10, 2025. They often appeared on red carpets together over the years.

Our thoughts are with RJ Mitte‘s loved ones during this time. RIP.

If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns, or just need someone to talk to, you can reach out to the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988.

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