‘Heartbroken’ Hollywood mourns actor Paul Walker’s passing

MANILA, Philippines – Hollywood celebrities expressed their shock and grief over social media after it was reported that actor Paul Walker died on Saturday, Nov. 30 (Sunday, Dec. 1 Philippine time).

Walker, famous for starring in the “Fast and Furious” movie franchise, died in a car accident north of Los Angeles. He was 40.

Actors Tyrese Gibson and Ludacris, Walker’s co-stars in the “Fast and Furious” series, posted their statement on their Instagram accounts.

“My heart is hurting so bad no one can make me believe this is real Father God I pray that you send clarity over this cause I just don't understand My heart hurts it's broken no one can convince me that this is real.... Prayer warriors please pray real hard for his only child, his daughter and family... #HeartOfAnAngel13YrsFamilyForeverWeJustCelebreatedYour40thBirthday..... My God... My God... I can't believe I'm writing this,” he said.

Other actors and celebrities also poured out tributes for Walker, who also starred in films such as “Eight Below,” “Into the Blue” and “Flags of our Fathers.”

.@RealPaulWalker May he be in peace. To his family you are in our thoughts and prayers.

— Sarah Michelle (@RealSMG) December 1, 2013

“#paulwalker - much love to paul walker. So sad. He gave a lot of joy,” actor James Franco tweeted.

I didn’t know him well at all, but I know that the world lost an incredibly kind man in Paul Walker today. So truly sad.

— Zachary Levi (@ZacharyLevi) December 1, 2013

Paul Walker???? Oh my god. This is heartbreaking

— Kat Dennings (@OfficialKat) December 1, 2013

“Paul was a good dude. Conscientious & not caught up in Hollywood. He knew there was more to life & lived like it. Nice to know you brotha,” actor Ryan Philippe.

Other celebs who posted tributes for Walker online include “Glee” stars Jenna Ushkowitz, Kevin McHale, and Amber Riley, former N’Sync member Lance Bass, singer Chris Daughtry, and TV host Mario Lopez.