Paul Walker (“Fast & Furious” sequel main piller) Has Died at Age 40

Actor Paul Walker was killed Saturday afternoon in a car crash in Valencia, north of Los Angeles, according to TMZ. He was 40 years old. Walker was in a Porche that spun out of control and crashed, killing the actor in a fiery explosion. The actor’s representation confirmed that he had passed to Variety and other outlets.

Walker’s reps have since stated that he was a passenger in a friend’s car during a charity event for Reach Out Worldwide, and that both were killed in the crash.

Walker had a wonderful reputation amongst other filmmakers and actors, who praised him as a dedicated performer, a kind person, and a generous friend. He used his fame for charitable interests, and was passionate about shark conservation. He was part of the core of the Fast and the Furious series, which built a tremendous fanbase based not only on action, but through themes of family and friendship. Frankly, there’s nothing I can write at this point that doesn’t seem woefully inadequate; Walker’s passing had an immediate and devastating effect on the Hollywood community, and he will be greatly missed.

 

publicist for actor Paul Walker says the star of the “Fast & Furious” movie series has died in a car crash north of Los Angeles. He was 40. Ame Van Iden says Walker died Saturday afternoon.

A statement on Walker’s Facebook page said Walker was a passenger in a friend’s car, and that the crash happened while he was attending a charity event. 

The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s department said the crash happened in community of Valencia. The Santa Clarita Signal reports a red Porsche crashed into a light pole and tree and burst into flames.

Walker was working on the latest “Fast & Furious” movie at the time of his death. He also starred in the suspense drama, “Hours”, a movie that is set for release this month.