The death of actor Paul Walker continues to shake his fans, Hollywood and the car racing community. The 40-year-old Fast and the Furious star was pronounced dead on Saturday after a fatal single-car accident in Santa Clarita, California.
A statement from his Twitter account says Walker was on his way to a charity event to aid Filipino victims of Typhoon Haiyan, according to the LA Times. Walker was riding passenger in a Porsche Carrera GT with his friend Roger Rodas behind the wheel. Rodas was also pronounced dead at the scene.
Following his death, fans, friends and celebrities have been sending their regards and condolences out the only way they know how — through social media. Here we took a look at the many people paying tribute to the actor and car enthusiast.
Rapper Xzibit sent his condolences to Walker’s friends and family.
Rapper Xzibit sent his condolences to Walker’s friends and family.
“Wow! Horrible horrible news. RIP PAUL WALKER. prayers go out to his friends and family at this difficult time.” XZIBIT (@xzibit)
College basketball player Trey Carlee focused on how much people loved Walker.
“I hope Paul Walker’s daughter and family can take comfort in knowing how loved he was by so many people. So tragic. Trey Carlee (@Trey_NikeElite)
Singer/songwriter Alyssa Shouse quoted one of Walker’s own statements.
“If one day speed kills me, do not cry, because I was smiling.” -Paul Walker #RestInPeacePaulWalker.” Alyssa Shouse (@ItsAlyssaShouse)
Breaking Bad’s RJ Mitte paid tribute as well.
“The world has lost a great actor @RealPaulWalker, friend, dad, man … RIP Paul. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.” RJ Mitte (@RjMitte)
So did Paula Adbul.
“I send my heartfelt prayers and sincerest condolences to Paul Walker’s family in this time of grief. What a shocking tragedy.” The Real Paula Abdul (@PaulaAbdul)
“The Fast & Furious franchise not only made us love cars, but its characters too. R.I.P. Paul Walker. #2Fast2Soon.” Drayson McDonald (@254JustDrayson)
“Inspired millions of car enthusiasts. gone but will always be apart of the fast family. R.I.P Paul walker” Jasmine (@Jasmine_diaz10)
Carson Daly summed it up pretty well.
“Sick about the tragic loss of #PaulWalker. I enjoyed our time together very much. Such a really nice guy. Prayers to his family and friends.” Carson Daly (@CarsonDaly)
As did James Franco.
“#paulwalker – much love to paul walker. So sad. He gave a lot of joy.” James Franco (@JamesFrancoTV)
But possibly the most heartfelt came from fellow actor Tyson Beckford who worked with Walker on “Into the Blue.”
“RIP Paul Walker,loved working with you on “Into the Blue”. I Will miss you. Tyson Beckford (@TysonCBeckford)
“I will see u again.” Tyson Beckford (@TysonCBeckford)
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