Paul Walker dead: 'Fast and Furious' star dies in tragic car crash during charity event at age 40, celebs and fans offer condolences on Twitter [accident scene PHOTO]

By Danica Bellini, Mstars News Reporter | Nov 30, 2013 10:29 PM EST

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Several reports confirm that popular actor Paul Walker died in a tragic car crash in Southern California on Saturday, November 30. The "Fast and Furious" heartthrob was 40-years-old.

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According to TMZ, Walker passed away in a single-car explosion in Santa Clarita on Saturday afternoon. Sources reveal that Walker was riding in a Porsche when the unidentified driver somehow lost control and slammed into a post or tree. The luxury car instantly burst into flames.

Several TMZ insiders at the scene of the accident confirm that Walker and another passenger were killed. Law enforcement officials were still at the scene as of 5 p.m. PST and the L.A. County Coroner's Office was on its way.

Sources close to the late actor claim that he was in Santa Clarita for a car show to support the Philippines typhoon relief effort. Apparently Walker and friends were cruising around in his new Porsche GT all day long. TMZ reports that the deadly accident occurred during one of these test rides (allegedly in another individual's car).

A rep for the actor later confirmed to the infamous gossip webloid that Walker died today (Nov. 30) in the crash after leaving the charity event.

This official statement was also posted on Walker's Facebook:

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. 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. – #TeamPW

Details surrounding the accident still remain unknown. Stick with Mstars as more details develop.

Since news of Walker's tragic passing hit the web, several celebrities and fans have since offered their sorrows and condolences on Twitter:

@michaelstrahan: "RIP Paul Walker. Gone too soon!! Life is precious."

@BgirlShorty: "OMG RIP #PaulWalker this is so sad! He was so young... You never know when it's your time..so don't waste any moment..."

@snooki: "RIP PAUL WALKER. you will never be forgotten."

@JAYYSN: "The Fast & Furious franchise will never be the same without Paul Walker! I can't believe it's true. Condolences to his family & friends."

@OfficialKat: "Paul Walker???? Oh my god. This is heartbreaking."

@Schillez_vQ: "First heath ledger then paul walker. Why is it the good actors that die :(."

@echriqui: "Such a heavy heart about Paul Walker...my condolences to all his his family and friends. I heard from many what a beautiful soul he was:(."

@MarleeMatlin: "RIP Paul Walker from Fast and Furious. Always hard when they pass so young. Condolences to his family and friends."

@tonibroni: "Rip Paul Walker, You will always be a beauty."

@KeriHilson: "Life is so fragile... RIP, Paul Walker.

RIP, Paul Walker. The beloved actor leaves behind a 15-year-old daughter named Meadow.

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