Fast and Furious star Paul Walker died today in a car crash, according to reports.
Walker, 40, was best known for his role as Brian O’Conner in the Fast and Furious franchise. He was cast in the seventh installment of the franchise, scheduled to be released July 2014, according to IMDb.
TMZ initially broke the story, which was quickly deemed to be a hoax by a website that, now, appears to be a hoax itself. Word quickly spread among Social Media channels as news establishments searched for sources.
Paul Walker — best known for his role in “The Fast and the Furious” movies — died Saturday afternoon after a single-car accident and explosion in Southern California … TMZ has learned.
The accident happened in Santa Clarita — north of Los Angeles — and according to multiple sources connected to Paul … the actor was in a Porsche when the driver somehow lost control and slammed into a post or a tree … and then the car burst into flames.
– TMZ.com
While the debate fueled online, a TMZ reporter verified Walker’s death with his rep. Walker’s Social Media accounts have since verified the news.
It’s with a heavy heart that we must confirm Paul Walker passed away today in a tragic car accident…MORE: http://t.co/9hDuJMH99M – #TeamPW
— Paul Walker (@RealPaulWalker) December 1, 2013
Fox News, ABC, and a host of additional media outlets have also reported the news.
prayers go out to the family i am praying for them
What a great loss, he will be missed by all, prayers go out to he’s family and closest to him…..<3
Sad
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Although a truly unfortunate and saddening accident, Paul will live on in the thoughts and hearts of all his family, friends, and fans. Rest in peace Paul, see you on the other side.
You never know if tomorrow will be here so cherish today
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