Probably every American, like millions of moviegoers from all over the world, knows who Paul Walker is. The filmography of the actor is replete with wonderful and diverse projects, including the world-famous film series “Fast and the Furious”. And today, many are interested in the biography and work of this person.
Childhood Paul Walker
The actor’s full name is Paul William Walker. He was born on September 12, 1973 in the town of Glendale, in the state of California. His father is businessman Paul, mother Cheryl once worked as a model. By the way, the future famous actor had two sisters (Amy and Ashley) and two brothers (Caleb and Cody Byu). Paul was the oldest child.
Since Paul was born into a Mormon family, he studied at a Christian school, which he graduated in 1991. The guy decided to become a marine biologist and went to California College. But the passion for stage art has always been stronger than the love of the natural sciences.
Career on television ... in two years
Not everyone knows that Paul first appeared on television in 1975, when he was only two years old. The kid was shot for advertising diapers "Pampers Diapers".
This was his first, but not the only role in childhood. He often took part in the filming of commercials, from time to time appeared in various television programs. And at the age of thirteen, he received his first film role - he was offered a role in the comedy horror film “The Monster from the Cabinet”. This was followed by other projects, in particular the series “Who is the boss in the house?”, “Charles in response” and “Young and daring” - these were the first films with Paul Walker.
First career steps
Paul's childhood success gave him the opportunity to star in more voluminous projects. Thus, in 1994, the young actor got a role in the fantastic comedy film "Tammy and Three Rex", where he played Michael.
In 1998, a picture came out on the screen called "Meet Didlov." Paul perfectly played the role of an extravagant Phil, who, along with his brother Steve, constantly gets into trouble and comic situations.
In the same 1998, Walker was given a secondary role in the movie Pleasantville, which tells the story of two teenagers who fell into the black and white world. Although this film was not so popular, it played a role in further career development of Paul.
These are not all the films featuring Paul Walker. Indeed, in 1999, he took part in the filming of the film "This is All - She." In the same year, a new film appeared on the screens with Paul under the name "Student Team", which will tell the viewer about all the ups and downs of the school football player.
The epic "Fast and the Furious" and international recognition
It is easy to guess that success and recognition came to the actor precisely after the appearance on the screen of the first part of the film about a gang of street racers and criminals. It was here that Paul Walker showed himself in all its glory - his filmography dramatically changed in 2001. In the movie The Fast and the Furious, Walker played a major role, namely Brian O'Conner, an undercover cop. His main task was to penetrate the gang and expose all its members in criminal activity. Who would have thought that the robbers would become his real family?
By the way, this film raised to the top of the glory not only of Paul, but also of another actor - Vin Diesel. This picture tells the story of friendship, captivates with the sincerity of Paul and, of course, inflames the imagination with expensive cars, successful special effects and pure action.
Then almost one after another films with Paul Walker follow, which are a continuation of the story of the friendship of two completely different men. In 2003, Double Fast and the Furious was released, but without Diesel. The team of these two actors returns to the screens in 2009, when the fourth part of The Fast and the Furious is released. In 2011, “Fast and the Furious - 5” was released, and two years later a sixth of the epic was released.
In 2014, the final, seventh, part of “Fast and the Furious” was to be released - this is the last film by Paul Walker. In connection with the death of the actor, the prime minister, of course, was canceled. But fans of Paul’s talent can be comforted by the fact that the actor’s latest project will still be released in 2015.
Paul Walker: filmography
After the success of "Fast and the Furious", which gave the actor worldwide fame, Paul began to offer the main roles in large-scale projects. So, in 2001, a new creation of Hollywood masters “Trapped in Time” appeared on the screens.
In 2004, the actor made his debut in the dramatic genre, playing Mike Riley in the film "Noel". Penelope Cruz was his partner. In 2005, Walker fans could enjoy playing him in the movie Welcome to Paradise. Here, the actor played in tandem with Jessica Alba.
Walker's next work is “Run Without A Glance,” which was released on the big screen in 2006. This is a crime drama where Paul brilliantly played Joey Gazel - a brutal gangster and caring father of the family. And although this picture did not become popular, it helped Walker consolidate the title of a talented and promising actor.
The filmography of Paul Walker includes another project that managed to win the hearts of viewers around the world. In the same 2006, the film "White Captive" was released, which quickly became the leader of the box office and raised more than $ 20 million in just the first week. Here Paul will appear before the audience in the guise of an employee of the Antarctic station Jerry Sheppard, who, along with his partner and a team of dogs, was stuck in the snow-white expanses of Antarctica, taken aback by a snowstorm.
Naturally, this is not all the projects in which Paul Walker participated - the filmography (the list of his works) is impressive, but it does not end there. After all, this actor was really in love with his work.
Newest films featuring Paul Walker
Many fans are interested in the latest films with this famous actor. Immediately it is worth noting that Paul was a real workaholic and never stopped his work. So, in 2010, a criminal drama called "Raiders Boys" appeared on the screens. Here, the actor played a member of the gang of robbers John Reway.
In 2013, a touching melodrama “A few hours” appeared. The film takes place in 2005. Paul perfectly played the main character Nolan, for whom the happiest day in his life suddenly turned into a real nightmare. He had a baby, his wife died in childbirth, and Hurricane Katrina is quickly approaching the hospital, which sweeps away everything in its path.
In the same 2013, Walker starred in a crime-comedy thriller called "The Pawn Shop Chronicles." In 2014, the action movie “District 13: Brick Mansions” appeared on the screens, where Paul plays the role of Damien, an undercover cop.
The personal life of the actor
Paul has never been married. Nevertheless, there is information about some of his girls. In particular, in 1993, the young actor had an affair with actress Denise Richards, his partner in the movie Tammy and T-Rex. True, this relationship ended very quickly.
In 1998, Walker rested in Hawaii. At this time, he met Rebecca. Their short relationship ended in the birth of a child. The daughter of Paul Walker, who was given the name Midow Rain, was born in the winter of 1999. The girl always lived with her mother in Hawaii, where she remains to this day. Paul never offered Rebecca to live together. Nevertheless, he maintained friendly relations with his former mistress and participated in the life of his daughter.
In the same 1998, the actor met Bliss Alice - he had relations with her for several years, but then the couple broke up. In 2002, information appeared about Paul’s new girlfriend, actress Jamie King. There were also rumors among journalists about the actor’s relationship with Jessica Alba, but neither Walker nor Jessica herself ever gave official confirmation.
In 2006, the actor began a serious relationship with Jasmine Pilchard-Gosnell. The press was looking forward to the announcement of the engagement, which did not take place. In 2011, Paul during an interview announced the severance of their relationship.
The participation of Paul Walker in other projects
Of course, films with actor Paul Walker are very popular. But he also participated in other projects. For example, in 2010, he agreed to be a presenter in a white shark documentary filmed at National Geographic. Filming lasted eleven days. All this time, Paul spent on the coast of Mexico, where, together with Chris Fisher, he shot a group of sharks.
The actor managed to star in some music videos. In particular, in 1997, the clip of the group Mighty Mighty Bosstones for the song "Wrong Things Right Then" was released. He also participated in the filming of the video “Ludacris” for the film “Fast and the Furious”.
In 2011, he signed a contract with Copy Prestige and became the face of a new perfume line called Davidoff Cool Water for Men.
By the way, at one time Paul auditioned for the role of Anakin Skywalker, since the role in Star Wars has always been his dream.
Actor's charity work
As a child, Paul dreamed of becoming a marine biologist and considered Jacques Cousteau his idol. The actor did not forget about his childhood hobbies. In 2006, he joined the swordfish defense fund. In addition, Walker was engaged in other types of charity.
In particular, in 2010, he did his utmost to help the victims of the earthquake in Chile. He also collaborated with a medical organization - in a relatively short time he visited the cities of Ilok and Maule, as well as the small villages of Peljue and Kuranipe, where he helped doctors with vaccination of the population.
By the way, during the accident, he drove home with an auto show held by his own charity. The purpose of this event was to raise funds for Typhoon-afflicted Filipinos.
Paul Walker and his hobbies
Paul was not just an actor. In addition to the film industry, the young man had a lot of different hobbies. For example, not every fan of his talent knew that Paul was engaged in martial arts - he even had a purple belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu.
The actor loved walking along the beach and relaxing on the sea coast, as in his youth he was engaged in swimming. He was also a good surfer. His other hobbies were traveling - during his life he managed to visit Costa Rica, Borneo, India, Brunei and Fiji.
Naturally, his passion was cars. Many fans think that shooting the Fast and the Furious films has awakened a love of speed in the Field. He studied auto mechanics and quite often took part in sports racing competitions.
The actor had two own houses in the Santa Barbara and Huntington Beach area. Paul loved animals, as evidenced by his small kennel, which included a cowboy’s horse and a dog named Labrador.
Tragic demise
November 30, 2013 it became known about the death of Paul Walker. On this day, the actor and his friend attended one of the charity events. Returning, they drove through the city of Santa Carlita, in the state of California. Unfortunately, the driver was unable to cope with the control - the car crashed into a pole, which provoked a fire. And Paul, who was in the passenger seat, and his friend burned down. When firefighters and the police arrived at the scene of the accident, both guys were already dead.
The world famous actor was buried on December 14, 2013. His grave is in the cemetery of his hometown of Glendale (California).
So "Fast and the Furious 7" is the last film with Paul Walker, which viewers can enjoy. By the way, it will be released in 2015. In any case, the world will remember for a long time the person who Paul Walker was during his lifetime. His filmography is really rich and diverse, so everyone can find something to their taste.