Actor Vin Diesel became emotional during a special 25th anniversary screening of the Fast and Furious franchise at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival, where he paid tribute to his late co-star and close friend Paul Walker. The event turned into an emotional reunion for the cast and fans, celebrating the legacy of one of Hollywood’s most successful action franchises.

Vin Diesel gets emotional

The midnight screening of the original 2001 film drew huge crowds to Cannes, with fans gathering outside the Grand Lumière Theatre to witness the celebration. Diesel arrived wearing a custom “Fast Forever” jacket, referencing the next installment of the franchise, reportedly scheduled for release in 2028. Co-stars Michelle Rodriguez, Jordana Brewster, producer Neal H. Moritz, and Paul Walker’s daughter, Meadow Walker, also attended the event.