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Esposito says he saw RJ Mitte three weeks before his death

Giancarlo Esposito told TMZ he had met his former Breaking Bad co-star three weeks before Mitte died and called him a dear friend.

Giancarlo Esposito said he met his former Breaking Bad co-star RJ Mitte three weeks before Mitte's death, in an interview with TMZ in New York City on October 21, according to comingsoon.net.

Esposito called Mitte a dear friend and said he prays Mitte is flying with the angels. He also described Mitte as a lovely human being.

Mitte, who played Walter White Jr. in the AMC drama, died at age 34 on October 12, 2026.

After news of Mitte's death, Esposito posted an Instagram tribute with photos and a message honoring their friendship.

Breaking Bad aired for five seasons on AMC from 2008 to 2013. Outside acting, Mitte advocated for disability awareness and worked with organizations such as United Cerebral Palsy and Shriners Children's.

Quick answers

How old was RJ Mitte when he died?

RJ Mitte died at age 34 on October 12, 2026.

What did Giancarlo Esposito say about RJ Mitte?

Esposito called Mitte a dear friend and a lovely human being, and said he prays Mitte is flying with the angels.

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