Ever wondered where a Hollywood superstar like Paul Walker got his start? Long before he was tearing up the streets in Fast & Furious, Paul Walker honed his craft on the iconic CBS soap opera, "The Young and the Restless."
Los Angeles (cbsla.com) The journey to stardom is rarely a straight line, and for Paul Walker, it included a stint in daytime television. While many remember him for his adrenaline-pumping role as Brian O'Conner, Walker's early career saw him navigating the dramatic twists and turns of Genoa City. He shared scenes with veteran actor Eric Braeden, a cornerstone of "The Young and the Restless," gaining valuable experience that undoubtedly contributed to his future success. He was 19 when he began starring on the soap, instantly becoming a fan favorite.
| Category | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Paul William Walker IV |
| Date of Birth | September 12, 1973 |
| Place of Birth | Glendale, California, USA |
| Date of Death | November 30, 2013 |
| Cause of Death | Traffic Collision |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years Active | 19852013 |
| Early Career | Child actor in various commercials and television shows. |
| Breakthrough Role | Brandon Collins in "The Young and the Restless" (1993) |
| Signature Role | Brian O'Conner in "The Fast and the Furious" film series (2001-2013) |
| Other Notable Roles | "Varsity Blues" (1999), "She's All That" (1999), "Joy Ride" (2001), "Into the Blue" (2005) |
| Awards & Nominations | Nomination for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Soap Opera at the Youth in Film Awards for his role in "The Young and the Restless." Several Teen Choice Awards and MTV Movie Awards for "The Fast and the Furious" series. |
| Family | Father: Paul William Walker III, Mother: Cheryl Crabtree Walker. He was the oldest of five siblings. |
| Education | Village Christian School, Sun Valley, California (Graduated 1991). Attended several community colleges. |
| Philanthropy | Co-founded Reach Out Worldwide (ROWW), a non-profit organization providing aid to disaster-stricken areas. |
| Website | The Paul Walker Foundation |
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