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RJ Mitte, ‘Breaking Bad’ Star, Dies at 34

RJ Mitte, who played Walter White Jr. on “Breaking Bad,” has died.

BREAKING BAD, RJ Mitte, 'Cornered', (Season 4, ep. 406, aired Aug. 21, 2011), 2008-. Photo: Ursula C
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Variety reports: RJ Mitte, who played Walter White Jr. on “Breaking Bad,” has died.

A representative for Mitte confirmed the news to Variety. A cause of death was not immediately disclosed.

This entertainment story centres on the United States. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include RJ Mitte, Bad’ Star and Walter White Jr.

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United States · Americas
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Variety
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RJ Mitte, Bad’ Star, Walter White Jr, Bryan Cranston
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Entertainment

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