Giancarlo Esposito Shares Touching Tribute to 'Breaking Bad' Costar RJ Mitte: news

Giancarlo Esposito Shares Touching Tribute to ‘Breaking Bad’ Costar RJ Mitte

Giancarlo Esposito has paid an emotional tribute to his former Breaking Bad costar RJ Mitte following the actor’s tragic passing at the age of 34.

Esposito, widely celebrated for his iconic portrayal of Gus Fring on the acclaimed AMC drama, took to social media to share heartfelt memories alongside Mitte, who rose to prominence playing Walter “Flynn” White Jr.. In a moving statement honoring their enduring bond, Esposito expressed deep grief and reflected on Mitte’s generosity, character, and profound impact.

“Dear one, no words can express what your friendship has meant to me,” Esposito shared. “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. You will forever live in my heart, representing how pure love can change the world! Rest in peace. Now you are free, fly with the angels.”

Esposito joins several Breaking Bad cast membersincluding Bryan Cranston, Aaron Paul, and Dean Norrisin mourning Mitte. Beyond his acclaimed television work across all five seasons of the series, Mitte was recognized throughout the entertainment industry as a dedicated philanthropist and tireless advocate for disability representation and inclusion.