Paul Walker, the actor best known for his role in the "Fast & Furious" film series, tragically died in a car accident on November 30, 2013. He was a passenger in a Porsche Carrera GT driven by his friend Roger Rodas, who also died in the crash. The accident occurred in Santa Clarita, California, when the car lost control and struck a concrete lamp post and several trees before catching fire. The cause of the accident was determined to be excessive speed. Walker's death was a shock to his fans and the entertainment industry, leading to an outpouring of grief and tributes worldwide.