The late Paul Walker may still have a place in the final chapter of the long-running action saga. In a new interview, his brother Cody Walker said artificial intelligence could make a return possible for Brian O’Connor, even if he does not take part himself. The idea adds a fresh layer to ongoing talk around the franchise’s closing film, especially after Vin Diesel recently said he wants Dom and Brian reunited on screen. For fans, it raises a big question about how the series will close one of its most important relationships.
Cody Walker Says Meadow Walker Should Decide
Cody made clear that the decision should center on Paul Walker’s daughter, Meadow. “My stance is, it’s what [Paul’s daughter] Meadow wants to see done; it’s her father,” Cody said according to Page Six. He also said he would not want to step in again for the final movie. Cody and his brother Caleb previously helped complete “Furious 7” after Paul died in a 2013 car accident. This time, he suggested technology could do the work without either brother returning to the production.
Brian O’Connor’s Exit Still Matters to the Family
Cody also praised the way Brian left the series in “Furious 7.” Instead of killing the character, the film sent him into retirement with Mia and their children, giving the story a quiet and respectful ending. He said that choice still means a lot to him and to the family. At the same time, he acknowledged that modern tools could open another option. There is also unused material from earlier films that could help shape a return, giving filmmakers more than one route if they decide to bring Brian back.
Vin Diesel Set Three Conditions for the Finale
Producer and actor Vin Diesel has already signaled that Brian is part of his vision for the last film. As reported by Page Six, Diesel told fans at FuelFest that he agreed to an April 2027 release only under three conditions: bringing the franchise back to Los Angeles, returning to street racing culture, and reuniting Dom with Brian O’Connor. He did not explain how that reunion would happen. Still, his comments made one thing plain: Brian’s presence is tied directly to how Diesel wants the saga to end.
Vin Diesel and Meadow Walker Stay Closely Connected
The personal bond behind the story has remained strong years after Paul Walker’s death. Diesel recently spoke about his relationship with Meadow Walker and described her as a steady presence in his family’s life. He said she calls him on Father’s Day and shows up for family birthdays, underscoring how deeply connected their families still are. That closeness may matter if the filmmakers move forward with any digital return for Brian. The final movie is still taking shape, but the conversation now includes both technology and family wishes.
