Vin Diesel appears emotional during a special midnight screening of “The Fast and the Furious” at the Cannes Film Festival, paying tribute to his late co-star Paul Walker. The screening takes place late at night at the Palais des Festivals and draws a large crowd despite the hour. Diesel speaks as the film is shown and becomes visibly moved as the credits roll, describing Walker as a brother and recalling their bond. He is joined by other figures from the franchise, including cast members Michelle Rodriguez and Jordana Brewster and producer Neal Moritz. Universal chairman Donna Langley also attends. Paul Walker’s daughter, Meadow Walker, makes an appearance at the event, alongside the other franchise participants. Multiple outlets report that Diesel’s remarks and on-screen reflections highlight the relationship between the actors, with the festival and attendees treating the early installment as a classic. The appearance underscores Walker’s continued presence in the franchise’s public commemorations and anniversaries at major film events.