Paul Walker was a beloved actor best known for his role in the Fast & Furious franchise. He was not only an actor but a philanthropist, adventurer and a man of wisdom. His death in a tragic car accident in 2013 left the world in shock, but his legacy lives on in his films and inspiring words. Here are some of the most popular quotes by Paul Walker that reflect his philosophy towards life and work.
Paul Walker’s Most Popular Quotes
- “If one day speed kills me, don’t cry because I was smiling.”
- “You know, all that really matters is that the people you love are happy and healthy. Everything else is just sprinkles on the sundae.”
- “I’m not afraid of anything. That’s just the way I am.”
- “I live by ‘Go big or go home.’ That’s with everything. It’s like either commit and go for it or don’t do it at all.”
- “It’s not about working anymore, its about doing work I can be proud of.”
- “Sometimes the hurdles aren’t really hurdles at all. They’re welcome challenges, tests.”
- “I’m a doer, and whether it was the tsunami in Sri Lanka or the earthquake in Indonesia, I was always saying, ‘I should be there; I should be helping out.’
- “I want to have the freedom to do whatever I want.”
- “Remember that no matter how cool you think you may be, you’re not cool enough to look down on anyone…ever.”
- “Surfing soothes me, it’s always been a kind of Zen experience for me. The ocean is so magnificent, peaceful, and awesome. The rest of the world disappears for me when I’m on a wave.”
- “The journey is more important to me now. There’s no guarantee, no matter what. We get one run in life.”
- “No matter how good or bad your life is, wake up each morning and be thankful that you still have one.”
- “Train your mind to see the good in every situation.”
- “You have to make smart decisions, but you never know what will happen in the future.”
- “If you play with people who are better than you, then you get better.”
- “Speed is fun, but it’s not going to hold my interest.”
- “My philosophy is: If you can’t have fun, there’s no sense in doing it.”
- “I’m a crazy car guy. I’ve got an airplane hangar full of cars.”
- “Success is more than just the destination, it’s the journey.”
- “The cars we drive say a lot about us.”
These quotes offer a glimpse into Paul Walker’s outlook on life, passion for helping others and love for his craftsmanship. He will always be remembered as a generous human being and an inspiring personality whose words will continue to motivate many.