Fast and Furious star Paul Walker died in a car accident on Saturday afternoon at the age of 40. Walker's official Facebook page confirmed the news this evening.
TMZ reports that the actor was riding in a Porsche in Santa Clarita, California when the driver lost control of the vehicle and slammed into a tree. The car burst into flames and both driver and passenger were killed in the single-car accident. Walker had been in Santa Clarita for a car show to support relief efforts for victims of the Philippines typhoon.
Walker, who joined the Fast and Furious franchise as Brian O'Conner with its first installment in 2001, initially broke out in Hollywood with roles in Pleasantville, Varsity Blues and She's All That. He had just begin work on the seventh Fast and Furious movie, and was awaiting release of the drama Hours, which is due out on December 13th, as well as Brick Mansions and Vehicle 19.
The Glendale, California native is the father of a 15-year-old daughter.Within a few hours, "Fast and Furious" was trending on Twitter, followed later by "RIP Paul Walker." As news of his death spread, thousands started following the actor's Twitter account.
Throughout the evening, Walker's fans, especially those of the long-running Fast and Furious films, as well as celebrities expressed shock and sadness.more pics after the cut
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