Paul William Walker IV: An Actor Shaped by Adventure and Passion Paul William Walker IV (1973-2013), known as William Paul Childers, wasn’t a painter wielding brushstrokes on canvas; instead, he carved his mark in the cinematic landscape. Born September 12, 1973, in Glendale, California, Walker's journey from child modeling to international stardom—particularly through the explosive Fast & Furious franchise—offers a fascinating glimps…