Cody Walker Pays Heartfelt Tribute To Brother Paul A Decade After His Demise

Paul Walker's legacy lives on through his brother Cody, who named his newborn son in honor of the late actor. Also, Walker's daughter, Meadow, made a cameo in the "Fast X."

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Paul Walker was known for his role as Brian O’Conner in the "Fast & Furious" franchise before his untimely death in 2013.

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Cody helped complete "Furious 7" after his brother's demise, standing in for Paul to finish his character's scenes.

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Paul Barrett ("Bear") Walker was born on April 30 in Arizona, and his name holds significance for the Walker family.

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Paul Walker's name traces back four generations in the Walker lineage, with family members often referring to him as 'little Paul' or 'Paul 4.'

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The "Fast & Furious" franchise continues to honor Paul Walker's memory, with his character being featured posthumously.

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Director Louis Leterrier has mentioned the importance of maintaining Brian O'Conner's presence in the series.

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Cody may continue to stand in for his late brother, allowing the character of Brian O'Connor to persist in the franchise.

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Meadow Walker, Paul Walker's daughter, also commemorated her father by making a cameo in "Fast X."

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Meadow expressed her excitement and gratitude for being a part of the "Fast & Furious" family on her Instagram page.

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