Paul Walker isn’t finished with acting yet even though he passed away back in 2013. The would-be 49-year-old snagged a role in Fast X.
Paul Walker Is Alive In Fast Universe
The trailer for the latest installment of the Fast and Furious franchise trailer last week and fans thought that there were some clues leading to the revelation that Walker’s beloved character, Brian O’Conner may be alive even though the actor is very much dead.
The sequel, director Louis Leterrier spoke with Total Film where he opened up about the sentiment of Brian and how they have been honoring him throughout the series. “Well, Brian is very much alive in the world of Fast and Furious, and they’ve teased him a lot in the previous movies,” he pointed out.
Leterrier went on to share an example. “In 9, we see the car coming. It’s something that is planned. This movie jumps back and forth between the past and the present.”
Paul Walker’s Family Is Involved
Seeing as a few parts of the movie are set “in the past”, Walker’s family is involved specifically, his brother who has stood in for his brother in the past, shortly after his death. As for how Paul’s character will appear in the film, the whole family was in on that decision.
“You will see Brian in the past, you won’t see Brian in the present. It’s something that everybody has to be on board with,” recalls Leterrier. “The Walker family is still very much a part of this franchise, you’ll see how in this movie. It just has to be the right moment, the right tone.”
Walker appeared in six of the Fast films before his sudden passing from a fiery car crash at age 40. He has since been featured in CGI shots with his younger brother standing in. Co-stars like Tyrese and Vin Diesel has also been instrumental in keeping the actor’s memory alive.
Paul Walker’s Co-Stars Miss Him
Walked died on Nov. 30 and every year, Vin and others post heartfelt messages to him. Last year, Vin wrote, “Nine years … love you and miss you.” Tyrese took a mom to tell Walker how much he “misses” him several weeks ago on the anniversary of his death.
He shared a lengthy message honoring the blue-eyed actor and his legacy. “I can’t believe it’s been 9 years…. Today I remember getting the worst phone I’ve ever got in my life…. Today is the day we lost the danger one of the most honorable people.”
The asked for support and prayers for Paul’s family. “Join me and praying for the Walker family, including my niece Meadow Walker. Days like this are never easy for us,” insisted Tyrese.
“As an empath always think about how much harder it is for his immediate family and friends that were around him every single day to get through days like this. Prayers, love and light…. Thank you guys for honoring Paul, and continuing to speak good beautiful things on his name and legacy….”
The original cast of F&F is returning including Vin, obviously and Helen Mirren, plus, they have added Jason Mamoa as the new villain and a few other newbies.
