History of Paul Walker in Timeline
Paul Walker was an American actor best known for his role as Brian O'Conner in the highly successful Fast & Furious franchise. His portrayal of the undercover cop turned street racer made him a global star. Beyond acting, Walker was known for his philanthropic efforts and passion for marine biology. His life was tragically cut short in a car accident in 2013, leaving behind a legacy as a beloved actor and humanitarian.
September 12, 1973: Paul Walker's Birth
On September 12, 1973, Paul William Walker IV was born. He would later become a famous American actor.
1984: Television Acting Career Begins
In 1984, Paul Walker began his acting career on television, appearing in CBS Schoolbreak Special.
1986: Highway to Heaven Appearance
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 with a role in the horror comedy "Monster in the Closet".
1987: Leading Role in Throb
In 1987, Paul Walker secured his first leading role as Jeremy Beatty in the sitcom "Throb".
1988: Appearance on I'm Telling!
In 1988, Paul Walker appeared on the game show "I'm Telling!" with his sister Ashlie, finishing in second place.
1991: High School Graduation
In 1991, Paul Walker graduated from 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 receiving a nomination at the Youth in Film Awards.
1994: Return to Film with 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, Walker's final television role was on "Touched by an Angel".
1998: First Feature Film Role
In 1998, Paul Walker secured his first feature film role in the comedy "Meet the Deedles". He also acted in "Pleasantville".
1999: Rising Recognition in Hollywood
In 1999, Paul Walker gained recognition for his performances in the teen comedy "She's All That" and the comedy-drama "Varsity Blues".
1999: Supporting Roles in Notable Films
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 acted in the film "The Skulls".
2001: Breakthrough Role in The Fast and the Furious
In 2001, Paul Walker had his breakthrough role starring in "The Fast and the Furious", which launched a successful franchise.
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", marking a significant milestone in his career.
2001: Starring in Joy Ride
In 2001, Walker starred in the commercially successful road thriller "Joy Ride", solidifying his status as an action star.
2002: MTV Movie Award for Best On-Screen Team
In 2002, Paul Walker and Vin Diesel won the MTV Movie Award for Best On-Screen Team for their roles in "The Fast and the Furious".
2003: 2 Fast 2 Furious and Timeline
In 2003, Paul Walker reprised his role in "2 Fast 2 Furious" and starred in "Timeline".
2004: Reference to the remake of District 13
The text mentions that Brick Mansions (2014) itself a remake of the French film District 13 (2004).
2005: Starring in Into the Blue
In 2005, Paul Walker starred in "Into the Blue", which was commercially unsuccessful.
2005: The Porsche Carrera GT
In 2013, Walker was a passenger in Roger Rodas's red 2005 Porsche Carrera GT.
2006: Declined Role in Superman Returns
In 2006, Paul Walker declined the role of Superman in "Superman Returns".
2006: Praise for Eight Below and Flags of Our Fathers
In 2006, Paul Walker earned praise for his performances 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, demonstrating his interest in marine biology.
2006: Roles in Flags of Our Fathers and Eight Below
In 2006, Paul Walker portrayed Hank Hansen in "Flags of Our Fathers" and starred in "Eight Below", which received critical acclaim.
October 21, 2008: The Lazarus Project DVD Release
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 at that time.
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 of 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 heist film "Takers".
2011: Daughter Moves to California
In 2011, Meadow Rain Walker moved to California to live with her father, Paul Walker, after living with her mother in Hawaii for 13 years.
2011: Teen Choice Awards Nomination and Modeling
In 2011, Paul Walker was nominated for Choice Movie Actor – Action at the Teen Choice Awards for "Fast Five", and became the face of Cool Water.
2011: Footage from Fast Five
In 2023, archival footage from Fast Five (2011) was used to include Paul Walker in Fast X.
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 died. He was an American actor, best known for 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: Release of Brick Mansions
In 2014, the action film "Brick Mansions", starring Paul Walker, was released.
2014: Intended Role in The Best of Me
Paul Walker was set to play Dawson Cole in "The Best of Me" (2014) but died before production began.
September 2015: Wrongful Death Lawsuit Against Porsche
In September 2015, Paul Walker's daughter filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Porsche, alleging design defects in the Porsche Carrera GT.
2015: Release of Furious 7 and Posthumous Award
In 2015, "Furious 7" was released after Paul Walker's death, and Walker won the Choice Movie Actor: Action award at the Teen Choice Awards.
2015: Release of Furious 7
In 2015, "Furious 7" was released after Paul Walker's death, using rewrites, stand-ins, and the song "See You Again" as a tribute.
2015: Intended Role in Hitman: Agent 47
Paul Walker was set to play Agent 47 in "Hitman: Agent 47" (2015) 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 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 his 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. He also posthumously received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
