Priestley: Walker Crash a 'Tragic Loss of Life'

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As authorities continue to investigate the details leading up to Paul Walker's tragic car crash last weekend, former Beverly Hills 90210 star Jason Priestley -- a former pro race car driver -- shares his thoughts with ET Canada. Watch the video...

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Calling the incident a "tragic, tragic loss of life," the former pro racer of over a decade, who was in a near-death collision of his own 11 years ago on the track, says of Walker's last moments, "Obviously speed was a factor in that accident -- all you have to do is look at the photographs and video from phones. I mean, there was nothing left of that car. That was a huge impact."

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Priestley explains that he gave up his passion for racing due to scheduling demands and one key reason: "I don't want to miss my children growing up."