Cannes 2026: Vin Diesel Breaks Down, Hugs Paul Walker’s Daughter Meadow At ‘The Fast And The Furious’ Screening. Watch
'The Fast and the Furious' was recently screened at the Cannes Film Festival 2026.
Vin Diesel and Paul Walker shared one of Hollywood’s most memorable friendships, a bond that extended far beyond the silver screen. Their deep camaraderie was beautifully reflected throughout the ‘Fast & Furious’ franchise, making their on-screen chemistry feel incredibly genuine to fans across the world. Even after Paul Walker’s tragic demise, Vin Diesel has continued to honour his late friend’s memory, often getting emotional while speaking about him at public events and consistently standing by Walker’s family through the years.
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Most recently, ‘The Fast and the Furious’ was screened at the Cannes Film Festival 2026 to commemorate the film’s 25th anniversary, bringing back a wave of nostalgia for fans of the iconic franchise.
After the screening, the entire cast received a standing ovation, and it was then that Vin Diesel was seen tearing up as he remembered his late co-star and dear friend. Apart from Vin Diesel, Paul Walker’s daughter, Meadow, was also present at the screening.
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Vin Diesel looked dashing as he arrived for the screening, wearing a special jacket with the words “Fast Forever” written in rhinestones. At the screening, Diesel also spoke about his bond with Paul and hugged Meadow Walker as he broke down while remembering him.
“I pray that in your life, you have a brother like Paul. It wasn’t on the script at first that this blond-haired, blue-eyed guy would be a brother to me,” said Vin Diesel, according to Variety.
Speaking about Meadow, he added, “The person who was not going to let me come alone here to represent that brotherhood was Meadow Walker. I’m gonna go and shed a tear real quick.”
Check out videos from the event here:
At a special midnight screening of “The Fast and the Furious” at Cannes, Vin Diesel took the mic from the middle of the sold-out theatre and showed some love to Cannes director Thierry Frémaux and the Fast Family ❤️@Festival_Cannes | @TheFastSaga pic.twitter.com/99jXosiaAK
— Screen Off Script (@ScreenOffScript) May 14, 2026
Once the screening was done, Vin Diesel once again addressed the crowd and said, "I just want you all to know, the only reason why we're making the finale of Fast for 2028 is because of every one of you who has given us your hearts and your loyalty. You make us want to make you all proud."
Apart from Vin Diesel, actors Jordana Brewster and Michelle Rodriguez, producer Neal H. Moritz, Universal chairman Donna Langley, and Meadow Walker were also present at the screening.
Speaking of Paul Walker, he died on November 30, 2013, aged 40, in a car crash in California. His daughter, Meadow, was 15 years old at the time of his death. Vin, who is Meadow’s godfather, also walked her down the aisle at her wedding to Louis Thornton-Allan in October 2021.
Coming back to 'The Fast and the Furious' franchise, the first film was released in 2001. Ten more movies followed it. 'Furious 7' was the last film in which Paul acted before his death in 2013.
The final installment of the series, titled 'Fast Forever', is scheduled to release in cinemas on March 17, 2028.
