Hollywood celebrities are among the thousands of Southern California residents who have lost their homes amid the blaze.
More than 2,000 structures and 17,230 acres have burned in the ongoing Los Angeles County fires, reports the Los Angeles Times. The outlet called it “one of the most destructive firestorms to hit the region in memory.”
Over 130,000 LA county residents are currently under evacuation orders.
According to an estimation from AccuWeather, the damage from the fires has reached a “total economic loss at $52 billion to $57 billion — a sum that could rise if the fires continue to spread,” per the Los Angeles Times.
“We are absolutely not out of danger yet,” Los Angeles Fire Department Chief Kristin Crowley said, according to the Los Angeles Times.
Portions of Los Angeles and Ventura Country will remain under a critical fire weather watch through Friday as strong winds and dry conditions continue to fuel the inferno, reported the National Weather Service. Several Hollywood stars residing in the area have reported losing their homes in the blaze.
Here are some of the Hollywood stars who have lost their homes and communities in the Southern California fires.
Hollywood stars among thousands who lost their homes in fires
Billy Crystal
Billy Crystal said his home was lost in the fire in a statement shared with CNN.
“Words cannot describe the enormity of the devastation we are witnessing and experiencing,” Crystal said. “We ache for our friends and neighbors who have also lost their homes and businesses in this tragedy.”
He continued, “Janice and I lived in our home since 1979. We raised our children and grandchildren here. Every inch of our house was filled with love. Beautiful memories that can’t be taken away.
“We are heartbroken of course but with the love of our children and friends we will get through this. We pray for the safety of the fire fighters and first responders. The Pacific Palisades is a resilient community of amazing people and we know in time it will rise again. It is our home.”
Cary Elwes
“The Princess Bride” star, Cary Elwes, confirmed in an Instagram post that he and his family were safe.
“Sadly we did lose our home but we are grateful to have survived this truly devastating fire,” Elwes wrote. “Our hearts go out to all the families impacted by this tragic event and we also wish to extend our gratitude to all the firefighters, first responders and law enforcement who worked so tirelessly through the night and are still at it.”
Paris Hilton
Paris Hilton watched her home burn down on television while watching the news, she said in a social media post.
“Seeing our home in Malibu burn to the ground on live TV is something no one should ever have to experience,” Hilton wrote. “While the loss is overwhelming, I’m holding onto gratitude that my family and pets are safe. My heart and prayers are going out to every family affected by these fires.”
She continued, “To the brave firefighters and first responders risking their lives to protect us—you are true heroes. I am so grateful for your courage, dedication, and the incredible sacrifices you’re making to save lives and fight this unimaginable battle. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.”
James Woods
In an interview with CNN, Oscar-winning actor James Woods got emotional speaking about the loss of his home.
“One day you’re swimming in the pool and the next day it’s all gone,” he said.
Woods also detailed an experience he had helping his 94-year-old neighbor safely evacuate the fire.
“He’d been left alone,” Woods said. “There was so much chaos, it was like an inferno. Every house was on fire around us.”
As he described the wreckage, Woods broke into tears, “I thought I would be stronger than this,” he said.
“I couldn’t believe our lovely little home in the hills held on this long,” he wrote in a social media post. “It feels like losing a loved one.”
Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt
“The Hills” stars Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt lost their home in the fire.
“I’m so sad our house is gone,” Montag said in an emotional TikTok clip. “I really didn’t think it would be the last time we were in our house.”
Mandy Moore
“This Is Us” actress Mandy Moore said she was “in shock and feeling numb” over all the destruction caused by the fires.
“Grateful for my family and pets getting out last night before it was too late,” Moore wrote in an Instagram post. “My children’s school is gone. Our favorite restaurants, leveled. So many friends and loved ones have lost everything too. Our community is broken but we will be here to rebuild together.”
She continued, “Sending love to all affected and on the front lines trying to get this under control.”
Jeff Bridges
A representative for Jeff Bridges confirmed to TMZ that the actor’s home was lost in the fire.
“The 4-bedroom home with views of the Pacific Ocean has been in the Bridges family for generations and was inherited by Jeff, his brother — actor Beau Bridges — and their sister,” reported TMZ.
Kate Beckinsale
Kate Beckinsale, the “Serendipity” actor, said, “The shock at the whole of the Palisades being destroyed is unthinkably horrific,” per a social media post.
“My daughter and I lived there for most of her childhood and most of her childhood is gone. Her primary school‚ every shop or restaurant we used to go to with my parents and Michael’s parents -and devastatingly, most of her friends homes,” Beckinsale wrote. “My heart is broken.”
Jamie Lee Curtis
In a social media post from Wednesday, Jamie Lee Curtis said, “My community and possibly my home is on fire. My family is safe. Many of my friends will lose their homes. Many other communities as well.”
On Thursday, Curtis shared plans to donate $1 million towards relief efforts.
“As the fire still rages on ... my husband and I and our children have pledged $1 million from our Family Foundation to start a fund of support for our great city and state and the great people who live and love there,” Curtis shared on Instagram.
Jennifer Grey
“Dirty Dancing” actor Jennifer Grey’s daughter, Stella Gregg, shared via social media that her mother’s home had burned down.
“Last night my mama’s house was burnt to the ground,” she wrote on an Instagram story, per ABC News. “Luckily, she and WInnie are safe. Give your loved ones an extra squeeze today.”
Ricki Lake
Actor and former talk show host Ricki Lake said she lost her “dream home” in the fire, per an Instagram post.
“It’s all gone,” she wrote. “This loss is immeasurable. It’s the spot where we got married 3 years ago. I grieve along with all of those suffering during this apocalyptic event. Praying for all of my neighbors, my friends, my community, the animals, the firefighters and first responders.”
Cameron Mathison
Cameron Mathison, the “General Hospital” actor, said his home was lost in the blaze.
“We are safe. But this is what’s left of our beautiful home,” Mathison wrote, with a clip of his home in ashes. “Our home where our kids were raised and where they wanted to raise their own someday.”