RJ Mitte's Ex-Girlfriend Remembers Actor After Suicide
Saint Sasha shared memories of the "Breaking Bad" star, who died by suicide at 34.
The former teenage girlfriend of "Breaking Bad" star RJ Mitte has spoken out following his death by suicide at the age of 34. Mitte, who portrayed Walter White Jr. on the AMC series from 2008 to 2013, died in Texas on Monday. A death investigation is ongoing.
Saint Sasha, who dated Mitte when they were teenagers, shared photos of the couple and reflected on their relationship. "RJ was the first person to show me how a man is supposed to treat a woman," she wrote in a tribute. "He was the first partner to build me up and make me feel unstoppable. He had one of the kindest and rarest hearts I’d ever had the privilege to experience and he was still a friend. I can’t believe this is real."
Mitte was diagnosed with cerebral palsy at age three. His representative confirmed his death, stating, "It is with profound sadness we share the tragic passing of beloved actor, philanthropist, and passionate disability rights advocate RJ Mitte." The statement highlighted his role as Walter "Flynn" White Jr. and his advocacy for disability awareness and inclusion.
Mitte appeared in 56 episodes of "Breaking Bad," playing the son of Bryan Cranston's character, Walter White. He was also an ambassador for United Cerebral Palsy and Shriners Children’s. Mitte advocated for increased representation of disabled actors in television, telling WUWF in 2023, "Having positive influences of individuals with disabilities... changes the mindset. TV is something that we all share... TV really brings communities together in a way that you might not realize through social outlet."
Mitte had recently become engaged to his girlfriend Kennedy Suarez, who he proposed to on her 30th birthday. He told People magazine, "I'm thrilled to have found my person, my partner in life who makes me want to be better, no matter what we're doing."
Cerebral palsy is a group of disorders affecting movement, posture, and balance due to abnormal brain development or damage. Symptoms can include muscle stiffness, poor motor control, and difficulties with balance and coordination.
If you or someone you know needs help, the confidential 24/7 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline in the U.S. can be reached by calling or texting 988. An online chat is also available at 988lifeline.org.