Paul Walker

Paul William Walker IV (born September 12, 1973) is an American actor. He became well known in 2001 after starring in the surprise summer hit The Fast and the Furious and has since gone on to star in movies such as Joy Ride, Running Scared, and the critically-acclaimed Eight Below.

Walker was born in Glendale, California and raised in the San Fernando Valley area of Los Angeles County. Walker was raised a Mormon. After high school, he attended several community colleges, seeking a degree, and a career, in marine biology.

Walker was named as one of People's Most Beautiful People in 2001. He is an avid surfer and studies the martial arts forms of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Muay Thai kickboxing, combining them into his exercise routines, which also include outdoor sports.