Giancarlo Esposito Shares a Surprising Revelation About Breaking Bad Co-Star RJ Mitte
Giancarlo Esposito Shares a Surprising Revelation About Breaking Bad Co-Star RJ Mitte
Surya SinghWed, October 21, 2026 at 10:25 PM UTC
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Giancarlo Esposito revealed that he met with RJ Mitte just three weeks before his former Breaking Bad co-star’s death. Speaking with TMZ in New York City on October 21, Esposito remembered Mitte as a dear friend and reflected on his late co-star’s legacy.
When asked if he had stayed in touch with Mitte over the years, Esposito confirmed, saying, “I was. RJ was a dear friend. I saw him 3 weeks ago.”
The revelation comes as former castmates continue paying tribute to Mitte following his passing at age 34 on October 12, 2026. Esposito also offered a brief but heartfelt message about their last meeting.
When asked about Mitte, he said, “He was a lovely human being, and I pray that he’s flying with the angels. I know he is.”
Giancarlo Esposito and RJ Mitte shared a memorable connection on Breaking Bad
Giancarlo Esposito played Gus Fring, the drug distributor who became one of Walter White’s major enemies in Breaking Bad. RJ Mitte portrayed Walter White Jr., the son of Walter White, played by Bryan Cranston. Although their characters followed separate storylines, the duo maintained a friendship beyond the screens.
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Following news of Mitte’s death, Esposito posted a tribute to Instagram, sharing photos alongside his late co-star and honoring his memory.
He wrote, “No words can express what your friendship has meant to me. I will remember the laughter, the rapture of pure joy in the loving moments we have shared. I will remember the magnitude of your kindness, your philanthropy, your being in service to others before yourself.”
The AMC drama aired for five seasons from 2008 to 2013, earning widespread acclaim for its performances and storytelling.
Beyond acting, Mitte became an advocate for disability awareness and inclusion, drawing on his own experiences with cerebral palsy. He worked with organizations such as United Cerebral Palsy and Shriners Children’s, showing his commitment to disability representation and advocacy.
Originally reported on ComingSoon.
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