Paul William Walker IV (September 12, 1973 – November 30, 2013) was an American actor. He became well known in 1999 after his role in the hit film Varsity Blues. However, he is perhaps best known for starring as Brian O'Conner in The Fast and the Furious film series. His other films include Eight Below, Into the Blue, She's All That and Takers. He also appeared on the National Geographic Channel series Expedition Great White.

Early life

Walker was born in Glendale, California, and raised in the San Fernando Valley area of Los Angeles County, the son of Cheryl (née Crabtree), a fashion model, and Paul Walker III, a sewer contractor. His ancestry included Irish, English, and German. His paternal grandfather was a professional boxer, "Irish Billy Walker". Walker was raised as a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He graduated from Village Christian School. After high school, he attended several community colleges, majoring in marine biology.

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