RJ Mitte, ‘Breaking Bad’ Actor, Visits New Mexico for Balloon Fiesta
Actor RJ Mitte, known for his role in "Breaking Bad", recently visited New Mexico during the Balloon Fiesta. He was photographed taking a hot air balloon ride in the state.
Albuquerque Santa Fe, NM, October 12, 2026 — RJ Mitte, an actor recognized for his role as Walter White Jr. in the acclaimed television series “Breaking Bad,” recently visited New Mexico. His visit coincided with the state’s well-known Balloon Fiesta, an event that draws crowds and participants from around the globe for hot air ballooning activities.
During his time in the state, Mitte was photographed participating in a hot air balloon ride. The images captured his experience of soaring above New Mexico, a region central to the filming of “Breaking Bad.” The exact duration of his visit and other specific activities undertaken by the actor were not detailed in the provided summary.
The summary stated that this visit occurred before the actor’s death at age 34. However, public records indicate that RJ Mitte is currently 31 years old and is alive as of late 2023. Information regarding a death at age 34 is not corroborated by available data and may be inaccurate. No further details regarding the context of the provided age or death statement were available in the summary.
Mitte gained significant recognition for his portrayal of Walter White Jr., the son of the protagonist in “Breaking Bad.” The series, which concluded its run in 2013, is set and was largely filmed in New Mexico, making the state a significant location for fans and those involved in its production. The Balloon Fiesta is a prominent annual event held in Albuquerque, New Mexico, typically in early October, featuring mass ascensions of hot air balloons.
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