History of Paul Walker in Timeline

Paul Walker was an American actor who gained worldwide recognition for his role as Brian O'Conner in the Fast & Furious film series. His portrayal of the character helped propel the franchise to immense success. Walker's acting career extended beyond the Fast & Furious films, with roles in other movies. Tragically, Paul Walker died in a car accident on November 30, 2013, at the age of 40. His death had a profound impact on the film industry and his fans.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

September 12, 1973: Paul Walker's Birth

On September 12, 1973, Paul William Walker IV was born. He later became a famous American actor.

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1984: Commercials and Television Acting

In 1984, Paul Walker appeared in commercials, notably for Showbiz Pizza, before beginning an acting career on television in the teen anthology series CBS Schoolbreak Special.

1986: Highway to Heaven Appearances

Between 1984 and 1986, Paul Walker appeared in two episodes of the fantasy drama Highway to Heaven.

1986: Film Career Begins with Monster in the Closet

In 1986, Paul Walker began his film career, appearing in the horror comedy Monster in the Closet.

1987: Leading Role in Throb

In 1987, Paul Walker secured his first leading role, appearing as Jeremy Beatty in the sitcom Throb.

1988: Appearance on I'm Telling!

In 1988, Paul Walker and his sister Ashlie appeared as contestants on the game show I'm Telling!, finishing in second place.

1991: High School Graduation

In 1991, Paul Walker graduated from high school at Village Christian School.

1993: Role on The Young and the Restless

In 1993, Paul Walker portrayed Brandon Collins on the soap opera The Young and the Restless, gaining fame and a Youth in Film Awards nomination with co-star Heather Tom.

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1994: Starring in Tammy and the T-Rex

In 1994, Paul Walker returned to film, starring in Tammy and the T-Rex.

1996: Final Television Role

In 1996, Paul Walker's final television role was on Touched by an Angel.

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1998: Feature Film Role in Meet the Deedles

In 1998, Paul Walker secured his first feature film role in the comedy Meet the Deedles, followed by supporting roles in Pleasantville.

1999: Recognition in Teen Comedies

In 1999, Paul Walker gained recognition for his roles in the teen comedy She's All That and the comedy-drama Varsity Blues.

1999: Supporting Roles in Varsity Blues and She's All That

In 1999, Paul Walker secured supporting roles in the films Varsity Blues and She's All That.

2000: Role in The Skulls

In 2000, Paul Walker starred in the movie The Skulls.

2001: International Fame with The Fast and the Furious

In 2001, Paul Walker rose to international fame by starring in The Fast and the Furious.

2001: Starring in Joy Ride

In 2001, Paul Walker starred in the commercially successful road thriller Joy Ride, transitioning into an action star.

2001: Breakthrough Role in The Fast and the Furious

In 2001, Paul Walker's breakthrough role was starring in The Fast and the Furious, which launched a media franchise and established him as a film star.

2002: MTV Movie Award for Best On-Screen Team

In 2002, Paul Walker won the MTV Movie Award for Best On-Screen Team (shared with Vin Diesel) for his performance in The Fast and the Furious.

2003: Reprising Role in 2 Fast 2 Furious

In 2003, Paul Walker reprised his role as Brian O'Conner in the sequel 2 Fast 2 Furious and starred in Timeline.

2004: Release of District 13

The original French film District 13, which was remade as Brick Mansions, was released in 2004.

2005: Starring in Into the Blue

In 2005, Paul Walker starred in Into the Blue, a box-office disappointment.

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2005: Roger Rodas Drove Paul Walker's Porsche Carrera GT

On November 30, 2013, Roger Rodas was driving his red 2005 Porsche Carrera GT, with Paul Walker as a passenger, when they were involved in a fatal single-vehicle collision.

2006: Declined Role in Superman Returns

In 2006, Paul Walker declined the role of Superman in Superman Returns.

2006: Performances in Eight Below and Flags of Our Fathers

In 2006, Paul Walker earned praise for his performance in the survival drama Eight Below and for his portrayal of Hank Hansen in Flags of Our Fathers.

2006: Joined The Billfish Foundation

In 2006, Paul Walker joined the board of directors of The Billfish Foundation.

2006: Roles in Flags of Our Fathers and Eight Below

In 2006, Paul Walker portrayed Hank Hansen in Clint Eastwood's war film Flags of Our Fathers and starred in the survival drama Eight Below, which garnered critical acclaim.

October 21, 2008: DVD Release of The Lazarus Project

On October 21, 2008, the independent film The Lazarus Project, starring Paul Walker, was released on DVD.

2009: Return to Fast & Furious Franchise

In 2009, Paul Walker reprised his role as Brian O'Conner in Fast & Furious, which became the highest-grossing film in the franchise up until that point.

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June 2010: Premiere of Expedition Great White

In June 2010, the National Geographic Channel series Expedition Great White (Shark Men), starring Paul Walker, premiered.

2010: Founding Reach Out Worldwide

In 2010, Paul Walker founded the humanitarian aid nonprofit charity Reach Out Worldwide (ROWW) in response to the Haiti earthquake.

2010: Starring in Takers

In 2010, Paul Walker starred in the commercially successful heist film Takers.

2011: Archival Footage from Fast Five

In 2011, Archival footage of Paul Walker was from Fast Five.

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2011: Daughter Moved to California

In 2011, Meadow Rain Walker, Paul Walker's daughter, moved to California to live with him.

2011: Teen Choice Awards Nomination and Modeling Return

In 2011, Paul Walker was nominated for Choice Movie Actor – Action at the Teen Choice Awards for Fast Five, returned to modeling as the face of Cool Water.

2012: Founding Laguna Ridge Pictures

In 2012, Paul Walker founded the film production company Laguna Ridge Pictures, which signed a first-look deal with Universal Pictures.

November 30, 2013: Paul Walker's Death

On November 30, 2013, Paul Walker passed away. He was known for his role as Brian O'Conner in the Fast & Furious franchise.

2013: Release of Hours

In 2013, the thriller film Hours, starring Paul Walker, was released.

December 2014: Wrongful Death Claim Filed by Walker's Father

In December 2014, Paul Walker's father filed a wrongful death claim against Rodas' estate.

2014: Role in The Best of Me

In 2014, Paul Walker was set to play Dawson Cole in The Best of Me but died before production began.

2014: Release of Brick Mansions

In 2014, the action film Brick Mansions, starring Paul Walker, was released.

September 2015: Wrongful Death Lawsuit Filed by Walker's Daughter Against Porsche

In September 2015, Paul Walker's daughter filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Porsche, claiming design defects in the Porsche Carrera GT.

2015: Release of Furious 7

In 2015, Furious 7 was released after rewrites and stand-ins, including Paul Walker's brothers Cody and Caleb, were used to complete the film. The song "See You Again" by Wiz Khalifa and Charlie Puth was commissioned as a tribute.

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2015: Role in Hitman: Agent 47

In 2015, Paul Walker was set to play Agent 47 in Hitman: Agent 47 but died before production began.

April 2016: Ruling in Favor of Porsche in Rodas' Widow's Lawsuit

In April 2016, U.S. District Court Judge Philip S. Gutierrez ruled in favor of Porsche in a separate lawsuit filed by Rodas' widow Kristine.

2016: Settlement for Paul Walker's Daughter

In 2016, Paul Walker's daughter received a $10.1M settlement.

August 11, 2018: Release of I Am Paul Walker Documentary

On August 11, 2018, the documentary I Am Paul Walker, chronicling Paul Walker's life, was released.

January 2020: Auction of Paul Walker's Vehicles

In January 2020, 21 vehicles owned by Paul Walker were sold for a combined $2.33 million at an annual car auction in Arizona.

2023: Posthumous Appearance in Fast X and Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

In 2023, Paul Walker posthumously reprised his role as Brian O'Conner in Fast X through archival footage and received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

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