For those unaware, 40-year-old actor/director Paul Walker, of Fast & Furious fame, was killed yesterday afternoon in a tragic car accident in Santa Clarita, California. Walker was riding in the passenger seat as friend/business partner Roger Rodas test drove a new Porsche, when the vehicle suddenly spun out of control, hit a a tree and exploded on impact, killing them both.
Walker and Roads co-founded the Reach Out World Wide Foundation to assist with disaster relief in other countries, and they'd organized a fundraiser for Philippine hurricane victims on Saturday, which was where they were directly before the accident happened.
After learning of his untimely passing, countless friends, colleagues and fans took to social media to mourn him, among them his Fast & Furious co-stars Tyrese and Ludacris, as well as his Takers co-star T.I. Read some of their words below, which were drawn from Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
Our condolences go out to Walker's family and friends.
Tyrese: My heart is hurting so bad no one can make me believe this is real. Father God, I pray that you send clarity over this 'cause I just don't understand. My heart hurts, it's broken, no one can convince me that this is real... Prayer warriors, please pray real hard for his only child, his daughter and family…
T.I.: I'm shocked and saddened to find that the world has lost such a great spirited person. Paul Walker was not only a passionate, talented actor, he was also a sincere man with a genuine personality that filled a room immediately upon introduction. My family's hearts and prayers is extended to his family, especially his daughter. He will never be forgotten. May he rest in peace.
The Game: Sad news about a dear friend, Paul Walker. One of the best actors and for damn sure a great friend to me, and I'm sure everyone else died today in a fiery car crash. This saddens me and is a definite reminder of how short life is. When I woke up this morning this is definitely not what I thought I'd have to post at some point during the day. My sincerest condolences and prayers are with his entire family... A TRUE FRIEND was lost today and will be missed. Rest in peace, Paul.
Rihanna: Very, very sad news… I'm so heartbroken about this!
50 Cent: RIP PAUL WALKER - My prayers go out to his family and loved ones. God bless.
Keyshia Cole: So sad. He was so gorgeous and so kind. Coming from a charity event he had just started. I send love, prayers and my sincere condolences to his family.
Kelly Rowland: R.I.P. Paul Walker. Wow! So sad. Prayers for his friends and family.
Machine Gun Kelly: That's so sad to hear about Paul Walker's death. The good die way too young.
Ciara: What has happened to Paul Walker is so sad and unbelievable. May he rest in peace. Prayers to his family at this time.
Mary J. Blige: I'm so saddened by Paul Walker's death. Beautiful person and talent gone way too soon.
Nick Cannon: Rest in Peace to a true light, Paul Walker. To be absent from the body is to be present with The Lord.
Pitbull: RIP Paul Walker, you're in a better place now, pap. Now show the heavens who is fast and furious.
Amber Rose: I can’t believe Paul Walker died (tears). Thats so sad! God bless him and his family.
Diggy Simmons: Mann… RIP Paul Walker, and my condolences to his family. Talented dude.
Jordin Sparks: Life is so fragile. Sending tons of my love and prayers to his family and friends.
2 Chainz: Prayers go to the Paul Walker family.
DJ Khaled: R.I.P. Paul Walker - gone too soon! Condolences to his family!
Mario: Just heard the sad news about Paul Walker. My condolences to his fam and friends.
French Montana: Rip Paul Walker. Shit real out here.
Ariana Grande: What a tragedy. Cherish every moment with your friends, family and loved ones. You never know what could happen. Heartbreaking.
Akon: Rest in Peace Paul Walker!!! You'll be missed, my brother!!!
Monica: Sending prayers and condolences to the family and friends of Paul Walker. Never do we know the time or hour we will be called home. As the heavens welcome you, your family and friends will be missing you! Special prayers for those who have had the pleasure of working with you.
Jay Sean: Oh man, just read about Paul Walker's death. So young. Ugh, makes me sick especially when it's caused by an accident. God bless his soul.
Busta Rhymes: This is so fuckin' crazy. RIP Paul Walker. God bless, bro.
Tyler, the Creator: NO PAUL WALKER IT CAN'T BE TRUE, I LOVED YOU! NOOO!!! AHHH!
Iggy Azalea: RIP Paul Walker. So sad...
Swizz Beatz: R.I.P to Paul Walker, a great guy gone to soon. Blessings to his family.
Ludacris: Your humble spirit was felt from the start, wherever you blessed your presence you always left a mark, we were like brothers and our birthdays are only one day apart, now you will forever hold a place in all of our hearts. Paul Walker's legacy will live on forever. R.I.P.