On Saturday, Hollywood lost one of its talented stars – 40-year-old Paul Walker. Known for his lead roles in The Fast and the Furious movie franchise.
Walker was in Santa Clarita, on his way back from a charity event to benefit his organization Reach Out Worldwide when the fatal accident occured.
TMZ reported that the cast and crew of Fast and the Furious 7 were scheduled to film key scenes with the actor this week, however Universal Films has yet to announce if they will rewrite the script or reschedule the shooting.
Friends, co-stars and other celebrities took to social media to express the tragic loss of the talented actor:
“Brother I will miss you very much. I am absolutely speechless. Heaven has gained a new Angel. Rest in Peace.” – Vin Diesel
“Your humble spirit was felt from the start, wherever you blessed your presence you always left a mark, we were like brothers & our birthdays are only 1 day apart, now You will forever hold a place in all of our hearts @paulwalker legacy will live on forever. R.I.P.” – Ludacris
“All my strength, love & faith to the Walker family during this heartbreaking time. We find our strength.. in his light. Love you brother.” – Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson
“#RIP #PaulWalker He was such a sweet and grounded guy -my heart goes out to his family #sosad” – Jessica Alba
“Heavy heavy heart tonight. Paul Walker was a genuinely good, sweet, kind, laid back, loving person. Sending much love to his family.” – Olivia Wilde
“I’m so heart broken right now. Paul was a mate, a good guy and a great father, we used to talk about our daughters. He will be missed massively by our industry and his fans.”- Idris Elba
“I’m shocked & saddened to find that the world has lost such a great spirited person. Paul Walker was not only a passionate, talented actor, he was also a sincere man with a genuine personality, that filled a room immediately upon introduction. My family’s hearts & prayers is extended to his family, especially his daughter. He will never be forgotten. May he rest in peace.#RIPPAULWALKER.” – T.I.
“I am so beyond heartbroken right now. I can’t process anything.” – James Wan
“Much love to paul walker. So sad. He gave a lot of joy.” – James Franco
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