Following his meteoric rise to prominence as part of the Fast & Furious franchise, the actor was tragically killed in a car accident in California on November 30, 2013.

The actor, who is known for his boyish demeanor and blue-eyed beauty, managed to melt the hearts of his fans not only on but also off-screen thanks to his humble demeanor.

1. Hours
A 2010 thriller by Eric Heisserer, showed the anguish of a father struggling to keep his newborn baby alive after the mother dies during giving birth during Hurricane Katrina. Walker, who played Nolan Hayes in the film, gave a moving portrayal in the role. Hours was one of the actor’s final films, as he died two weeks before its premiere. “It’s a production he (Paul Walker) was incredibly proud of and one of the most incredible works of his career, as he played a father desperate to keep his infant daughter alive in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina,” according to Paul Walker’s Instagram.

2. Noel
Noel shows a Christmas tale in New York and has been dubbed a touching story with excellent acting from stars such as Paul Walker, Penélope Cruz, and Alan Arkin. Mike is an angry and jealous companion of Cruz in the film and is also thought to be a reincarnation of Arkin’s late wife, as played by Walker. Chazz Palminteri’s romance drama from 2004 received mixed reviews from critics but was well received by the public.

3. Into the Blue
Walker’s 2005 film Into The Blue, which showcased his ability to do high-octane stunts underwater while surrounded by blood-hounding sharks, was the perfect blend of searing romance between Walker and Jessica Alba and beneath water action between man and nature. The film, directed by John Stockwell, was warmly welcomed by the audience.

4. Joy Ride
A prank gone tragically awry is depicted in the 2002 John Dahl thriller mystery. Walker, who plays Lewis Thomas, embarks on a road trip with his childhood infatuation and is pranked by his brother along the way. As a result of the prank, a murderer pursues them and seeks vengeance at all costs. The thriller will keep you on the edge of your seat as you marvel at Walker’s talent to play a variety of roles.

5. Varsity Blues

In this 1999 sports drama, Walker played Lance Harbor, a more easygoing and boyish character who entertained his way into the hearts of the audience. The film follows a football squad as they struggle with their coach’s continual pressure as well as the pressures of adolescence. The film directed by Brian Robbins was well accepted by the public and earned mixed reviews from reviewers.