Giancarlo Esposito and other Breaking Bad actors are paying emotional tributes to their late co-star RJ Mitte. Mitte, who played Walter White Jr. in the acclaimed AMC series, died on October 12, 2026, at the age of 34. His passing has drawn widespread mourning across the entertainment industry.
Raymond Cruz recently shared a photo of himself alongside Esposito and Daniel Moncada on Instagram. The actors attended NTX Universe 2026 in Dallas, Texas, which took place from October 16 to 18. Mitte was scheduled to attend the convention before his death. Cruz captioned the picture, “MISSING MAN FORMATION … NO WORDS [sad emoji],” expressing the cast members’ sadness over his absence.
The convention also paid tribute to Mitte by replacing his planned event table with a memorial. Organizers invited fans to leave messages for the actor and his family in condolence books. They also confirmed that the messages would reach his loved ones after the show.
What did Giancarlo Esposito previously say about RJ Mitte’s passing?
Esposito shared an emotional tribute to Mitte on Instagram on October 13. The actor, who played Gustavo Fring in Breaking Bad, posted photos with Mitte and reflected on the friendship they shared.
He wrote, “Dear one, No words can express what your friendship has meant to me.” He added, “I will remember the magnitude of your kindness, your philanthropy, your being in service to others before yourself.”
Esposito also described the lasting impact of their friendship, writing, “You will forever live in my heart, representing how pure love can change the world!” The actor ended the tribute, saying, “Rest in peace. Now you are free. Fly with the angels.”
Fellow cast members, including Bryan Cranston and Aaron Paul, also shared heartfelt remarks praising Mitte’s talent and warmth.
Mitte’s work extended beyond Breaking Bad. Diagnosed with cerebral palsy as a child, he used his platform to advocate for disability representation in the entertainment industry. His work both on and off screen continues to inspire fans and colleagues.
