Rediff.com« Back to articlePrint this article

Paul Walker: His last days

December 02, 2013 16:20 IST
Paul Walker

The Fast And The Furious star and well-known automobile aficionado Paul Walker, 40, was killed in a horrifying accident on December 1 when the car he was in first crashed into a lamp post and then went up in flames.

The blue-eyed, hunky star was on his way back from a charity event organised by his company before tragedy struck.

Here's a peek into the last few months of Paul Walker's life.

Please click NEXT for more pictures.

Paul Walker: His last days

December 02, 2013 16:20 IST
Paul Walker

The actor, seen here signing autographs for a young fan at the London premiere of Fast And Furious 6 in May this year.

The star actor was particularly taken by his young admirer.

Paul Walker: His last days

December 02, 2013 16:20 IST
Paul Walker with friends

The actor hangs out with his non-famous friends.

He tweeted with this picture on September 4 this year, 'Mornin!! Catching up with braddahs Vince and Bill in HI.'

Paul Walker: His last days

December 02, 2013 16:20 IST
Paul Walker

Walker, who turned 40 on September 12 this year, ushered in his birthday with family.

With cake smeared all over his face, he thanked his loved ones.

'Thanks to my girls for the early birthday surprise,' he wrote.

Paul Walker: His last days

December 02, 2013 16:20 IST
Paul Walker in Eight Below

In June this year, the actor shared a film still from his film Eight Below.

The 2006 adventure drama had received generally positive reviews.

Paul Walker: His last days

December 02, 2013 16:20 IST
Paul Walker, Vin Diesel and Tyrese Gibson

Paul Walker, Vin Diesel and Tyrese Gibson pose at the world premiere of Fast Five at the Cinepolis Lagoon theatre in Rio de Janeiro on April 15, 2011.

The movie, the fifth in the Fast and Furious film series, opened in US theatres on April 29.

Paul Walker: His last days

December 02, 2013 16:20 IST
In loving memory

Fans place flowers at the scene of the car crash where actor Paul Walker was killed in the Santa Clarita area of Los Angeles.

Paul Walker: His last days

December 02, 2013 16:20 IST
In loving memory

Flowers and movies left by fans are seen at the scene of the car crash.

Paul Walker: His last days

December 02, 2013 16:20 IST
In loving memory

Walker's fans write remembrances at the accident spot.

Paul Walker: His last days

December 02, 2013 16:20 IST
In loving memory

Fans gather around the fateful sight to pay their respects.