Representatives for actor Paul Walker have confirmed that the Fast and Furious star has died.

“It is with a truly heavy heart that we must confirm that Paul Walker passed away today in a tragic car accident while attending a charity event for his organization Reach Out Worldwide,” a statement reads. “He was a passenger in a friend’s car, in which both lost their lives. We appreciate your patience as we too are stunned and saddened beyond belief by this news. Thank you for keeping his family and friends in your prayers during this very difficult time. We will do our best to keep you apprised on where to send condolences.”

Walker starred in the majority of the Fast and Furious films and was in the midst of filming the seventh outing for the franchise. It was scheduled to be released July 11, 2014.

The news of Walker’s passing was first reported by TMZ.