Fast & Furious: Dominic Toretto’s Full Backstory Explained

Warning: This post contains MAJOR spoilers for Fast XF9 presented a clearer look into the Dom Toretto backstory previously shared in the Fast & Furious franchise. Vin Diesel has played the character since the saga’s 2001 debut, The Fast and the Furious. Though Diesel didn’t return for 2 Fast 2 Furious or Tokyo Drift (aside from a brief cameo), the actor returned to the spotlight for 2009’s Fast & Furious. Since then, Dom has served as the core figure in the saga. Since Dom made his on-screen debut two decades ago, it was clear Diesel’s character was meant to embody a leadership role.