wiz2In Memory of Paul Walker

Bio: Paul William Walker IV (September 12, 1973 – November 30, 2013) was an American actor. He began his career guest-starring in several television shows such as The Young and the Restless and Touched by an Angel. Walker gained prominence with breakout roles in coming-of-age and teen films such as She’s All That and Varsity Blues. In 2001, Walker gained international fame for playing Brian O’Conner, one of the lead protagonists in the street racingaction film The Fast and the Furious, and would reprise the role in its sequels. He was also in films such as Eight BelowInto the Blue, Joy Ride and Takers.

Outside of acting, Walker was the face of The Coty Prestige fragrance brand Cool Water for Men and starred in the National Geographic Channel series, Expedition Great White. He also founded the charity Reach Out Worldwide (ROWW), an organization providing relief efforts for areas affected by natural disasters.

Walker died in a single-car accident on November 30, 2013 alongside friend Roger Rodas. Three of his films were released posthumously, Hours, Brick Mansions, and Furious 7, which was released on April 3, 2015 in the United States.

About The Author

Bianca Alysse is a creatively driven Bronx-born writer and editor. Before becoming The Knockturnal‘s music editor she served as Latina‘s creative coordinator and was a contributor at Billboard. The Boricua scribe has a lengthy resume in the music industry and has penned for Universal Music Publishing Group, Epic Records, G.O.O.D. Music, Compound Entertainment, Artistry & Récords, and Arcade Creative Group. Her work has been seen on platforms like VIBE, mitú, TIDAL, Remezcla, and behind the scenes at New York Fashion Week. As an independent contractor, she has written for Sony Music Entertainment’s global business affairs department, Warner Music Group, and currently Roc Nation.

4 Responses

    • Bianca Alysse

      Yes, I was super annoyed. Sorry! I put the lyric video up for the time being.

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  1. Jamelia

    Why did they make the link private? It is messed up on everyone’s blog.

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