Paul Walker’s Memory Honored by Brother Cody with Newborn Son’s Name
It has been almost a decade since the tragic passing of Paul Walker, the beloved actor from the "Fast & Furious" franchise. However, his memory lives on through his family, specifically his brother Cody. In a heartwarming tribute, Cody and his wife Felicia have named their newborn son Paul, after the late star. Paul Barrett ("Bear") Walker was born last month.
Cody Walker expressed his sentiments to People magazine, stating, "This November will mark 10 years since we lost my brother, Paul, and I just felt now was the appropriate time." He further explained, "Within the family, he went by ‘little Paul’ or ‘Paul 4,’ even though he quickly outgrew our father in height. It was important to me to have that name carry on."
While CNN has reached out to representatives of Cody Walker for confirmation, this touching tribute stands as a testament to the enduring impact Paul had on his loved ones.
Continuing the Legacy of Paul Walker
Paul Walker tragically passed away in November 2013, while "Furious 7" was still in production. The film faced a production hiatus following his death, but eventually resumed filming with Cody Walker and their brother Caleb standing in as doubles for the late star. This gesture not only ensured completion of the film but also honored Paul’s legacy within the franchise.
The circumstances surrounding Walker’s passing involved a car accident. He was a passenger in a 2005 Porsche Carrera GT driven by a racing team partner. The vehicle collided with a light pole, resulting in a devastating fire. This incident occurred in Valencia, Santa Clarita—approximately 30 miles north of Hollywood.
Meadow Walker Thornton-Allan Joins the Fast Family
This year, Paul Walker’s daughter, Meadow Walker Thornton-Allan, made a special appearance in the latest installment of the "Fast & Furious" series titled "Fast X." Meadow shared her excitement about being part of the movie on her verified Instagram page. She expressed, "The first ‘Fast’ movie was released when I was one year old! I grew up on set, watching my father, Vin, Jordana, Michelle, Chris, and more on the monitors." Meadow’s involvement in the film franchise holds deep significance for her as she lovingly reflects, "Thanks to my dad, I was born into the Fast family. I can’t believe now I get to be up there too."
The legacy of Paul Walker continues to be celebrated through the love and support of his family and the enduring impact he had on the "Fast & Furious" franchise.
