Paul Walker Documentary Reveals He Turned Down The Role Of Superman

In the 2018 documentary I Am Paul Walker, it was revealed by Paul Walker's manager, Matt Luber, and his stunt double, Oakley Lehman, that the late actor had the opportunity to portray Clark Kent, the Man of Steel.

Luber disclosed in the documentary, which recently aired on The CW, that Walker was screen testing for the role of Superman and was considered the frontrunner for a lucrative $10 million deal. Lehman, who was not only Walker's stunt double but also his childhood friend, confirmed that the actor was seriously considering taking on the iconic superhero role. However, Walker ultimately decided against it as he did not want to be tied down to playing Superman for multiple films and the rest of his life. According to Luber, Walker was even dressed in the Superman costume during the audition when he abruptly made up his mind and left, expressing his discontent with the situation.

In 2003, Walker disclosed the reasons behind his decision to decline the role of Superman when DC attempted to revive the franchise.

In an interview with the Chicago Sun-Times, he stated, “Yes, I could have made a gazillion dollars on that franchise. I could probably have bought my own fleet of jets or my own island.” “You know what? I don’t need it. My favorite brand of running shoes costs $23. I rarely pay more than $40 for my jeans. Throw in a T-shirt and that costs me $20 or $10 if I buy it on the beach. I don’t need a gazillion dollars to manage that kind of lifestyle.”

Walker passed away on November 30, 2013, at the age of 40, as a result of a car collision.

Source: Deadline