Paul Walker's younger brother Cody has vowed to continue the star's legacy as he joins the cast of Fast & Furious 7, announcing the news in an emotional Facebook post.
It was confirmed today by the F&F production that Paul's brothers Cody and Caleb will be standing in for the late star to help complete the scenes he had yet to shoot before his tragic death last November.
A statement on the movie's Facebook page announced: "We have resumed shooting and now welcome Paul's brothers, Caleb and Cody, into our FAST family. Caleb and Cody are helping us complete some remaining action for their brother and fill in small gaps left in production. Having them on set has made us all feel that Paul is with us too."
Paul Walker died in a car crash last November (WENN)
The post adds: "This film is the most important we've ever done together. It will allow the character of Brian O'Conner to live on and let us celebrate Paul in his most defining role."
Cody, 25, has now added his own post to Facebook vowing to make the movie "great" in his older brother's memory. Linking to the announcement, Cody told his fans:
"I can now officially confirm what so many have already assumed. FF7- let's make it great and make my bro proud."
Cody has also decided to carry on his brother Paul's legacy by assuming the role of brand manager at the actor's humanitarian organization Reach Out Worldwide, announcing in January on Facebook: "It is with great honour that I have decided to join the ROWW team as a brand manager. Look forward to working with likeminded individuals and partners to ensure ROWW continues to aid those in need in the years to come."
Cody Walker posted this childhood snap of him with his brothers Paul and Caleb on his Facebook page last month entitled 'my first driving lesson' (Facebook/Cody Walker)
"As Paul would say 'when you put good will out there, it's amazing what can be accomplished.' We can all make a difference in this world and I am honored to join the ROWW team in fulfilling my brother's legacy and ensure that the good my brother did lives on".
Paul, the oldest of five siblings, was extremely close to his family and just six weeks before his death, served as the best man at 36-year-old's Caleb's wedding, with the actor and Cody giving a joint speech on the day.
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