In a shocking twist of fate, Fast and Furious actor Paul Walker was involved in a car crash that ended his life. The 40-year-old was reported to be a passenger inside the vehicle where his friend, who was driving, also passed away.
Authorities found a Porsche Carrera GT in flames as they responded to a report on the collision. The tragic accident happened on Saturday afternoon in Valencia, Los Angeles, California. The two individuals found within the wreckage were pronounced dead at the scene.
The Los Angeles Sheriff's Department reported that the speed in which the vehicle was traveling could have contributed to the crash itself. While the specifics of the cause of the accident are still largely unknown one thing is for sure, many fans and fellow actors will miss Paul Walker.
In a statement made on the actor's Facebook page, publicist Ame Van Iden confirms the tragic passing of Paul Walker. He was reported to be on his way to attend a charity event when the accident occurred. Walker was supposed to be present at his organization, Reach Out Worldwide's fundraiser for victims of typhoon Haiyan in the Philippines.
More reports came in about incident citing that the Porsche hit a light pole and tree then burst into flames. Celebrities took to social media sites to express their grief over the loss. Fast and Furious co-star Vin Diesel took to Instagram to share a photo with Paul Walker with the message, "Brother I will miss you very much. I am absolutely speechless." Ludacris also shares his dismay at the loss of a co-worker and friend through Twitter, praising the actor for his humble spirit and blessed presence.
Walker is survived by his 15-year-old daughter. His organization Reach Out Worldwide, was established in 2010 to aid victims of natural disasters just like those affected by typhoon Haiyan.
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