In the TV series "Breaking Bad", Walter White and the character John Locke from "Lost" parallel one another as middle-aged men burdened by personal tragedies. Walter, a disgruntled high school teacher, becomes a dangerous drug lord after being diagnosed with cancer. Locke, on the other hand, suffers a life of abandonment and manipulation, leading him to believe he has a special destiny on a mysterious island.

Both men share a sense of entitlement, feeling that life owes them something. Walter's resentment stems from seeing his former research become successful without him, pushing him towards a life of crime to heal his wounded ego. Locke, devastated by his father's deceit, loses the love of his life and seeks a purpose on the island, leading him to make morally questionable choices.

Ironically, Walter has everything Locke desires in life - stability, love, and a family. While Locke's faith and ego drive him towards a purpose on the island, Walter is motivated by ego and a desire for respect. In the end, Walter confesses he did it all for himself.

In a darker timeline, Walter's transformation into a drug lord serves as a cautionary tale for what could have become of Locke if his unchecked faith and ego had prevailed. Both characters, tragically defined by their losses, reflect the complexity of human nature and the consequences of unchecked desires.