RJ Mitte’s family is in our hearts this week. The Breaking Bad actor died by suicide on October 12 at age 34, and on Friday his 22-year-old sister Lacianne Carriere shared a tribute on Instagram that has fans and co-stars in tears. Alongside throwback photos, she wrote that she lost her“other half,”describing RJ as both a brother and a father figure who shaped her personality, her music and her film taste.
Carriere also reflected on sitting with his closest people sharing stories, and she promised to honor his legacy. Their mother, Dyna, told The Hollywood Reporter she believes RJ was proud of the emotional memorial service the family held. It’s a raw, loving look at what celebrity loss actually looks like behind closed doors: a family missing a son and a big brother.
If you or someone you know is struggling, the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is free, confidential and available 24/7 by call or text. What’s one way you plan to check on the people you love this week?
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