RJ Mitte, Breaking Bad Star, Dies by Suicide at 33 RJ Mitte, known for Breaking Bad, died by suicide at 33. His mother, Dyna, and co-star Anna Gunn paid tribute, sharing memories and mental health struggles. RJ Mitte, the actor best known for his role as Walter White Jr. on Breaking Bad, died by suicide at the age of 33, his mother Dyna Mitte confirmed. He was found dead on Monday, October 12, in his apartment after his mother discovered him when he didn't answer his phone. The news was reported by NBC and Us Weekly. RJ Mitte's Final InterviewIn his final interview, on the October 5 episode of The Joe Vulpis Podcast, Mitte reflected on his approach to life. He said, I live life to the fullest. I always try. I have a very finite amount of time. He also discussed his method for getting into a dark, emotional space for acting roles.Mitte's mother, Dyna, spoke to NBC about her son's death. She said she spent time with him days before his death and called him on Monday morning but got no response. She then went to his apartment and discovered him. Dyna claimed she had no knowledge of her son's mental health struggles and said he never saw a therapist.For the last three months, I'd been offering for him to go to therapy, trying to get him to go there, but he was like, No, I've got it. It's OK. I'm handling it, she alleged. She urged other parents to watch for signs in their children, saying, There has to be a way to let them know to step back and to get that help.Anna Gunn's Tribute to RJ MitteAnna Gunn, who played Skyler White, Mitte's on-screen mother, paid tribute to him. In a statement to Us on Wednesday, October 14, she said, I'll never forget meeting RJ when he was only 14 years old. I was immediately struck by the depth and complexity he brought to his role. Gunn, 58, added that she will always have a special place in her heart for her Breaking Bad son.Dyna also shared her memories of Mitte's time on Breaking Bad. She said, It was an incredible, incredible experience for my son. He truly, truly loved each and every cast member, each and every crew member. I couldn't have asked for him to learn from anyone better. She continued, He was a great actor. He was my son. He was an activist, a philanthropist … I just want him to be remembered for all the wonderful things he's done in life, and all the people he's impacted.If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline or chat live at 988lifeline.org.