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Celebrities lose homes in LA wildfires
Good Day LA's Amanda Salas breaks down the entertainers who have lost their homes in the LA wildfires.
LOS ANGELES - Firefighters across Los Angeles County continue working around the clock amid multiple wildfires burning in the region, described as "apocalyptic."
On Wednesday, one of the fires even turned deadly. Another fire ignited in the Hollywood Hills, while another blaze, called the Palisades Fire, erupted in the ritzy Pacific Palisades neighborhood earlier this week.
Pacific Palisades is home to many Hollywood celebrities and athletes, including Jaime Lee Curtis, JJ Redick, Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson, Kawhi Leonard, Paul George, and James Wood.
SUGGESTED: Celebrity residents evacuate as Pacific Palisades wildfire destroys homes
Officials said in an update Wednesday morning that 1,000 structures have been destroyed as the fire continues to grow, fueled by ferocious Santa Ana winds. Residents from Pacific Palisades, to the Santa Clarita, San Gabriel and San Fernando valleys remain under evacuation orders, including some celebrities.
Spencer Pratt, Heidi Montag at US Weekly and Pluto TV's Reality Stars of the Year event held at The Highlight Room on October 10, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Gilbert Flores/Variety via Getty Images)
One of those structures damaged in the Palisades Fire includes the home of Spencer Pratt and Heidi Montag. The two starred on MTV’s hit reality show "The Hills," and host "The Speidi Podcast."
The devastating news was shared by Pratt’s sister, Stephanie Pratt, as she shared several posts reacting to the state of the area where the two grew up.
"I am beyond heartbroken for my brother, Heidi and the kids. And to all of our friends and neighbours who have lost their houses today. Just spoke to my dad. He tried to save my brother’s house but the wind is so strong there was nothing he could do," she said in part in a heartfelt Instagram story.
She later shared that her parents’ home also fell victim to the flames.
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Stu Mundel flies over devastating Palisades Fire
Multiple fires continue to rage across Southern California, including the massive Palisades Fire.
Other Celebrities Impacted by the LA wildfires
Ricki Lake
The iconic TV host shared on Instagram that she had lost her "dream home."
"This description ‘dream home’ doesn’t suffice. It was our heaven on earth. The place where we planned to grow old together. We never took our heavenly spot on the bluff overlooking our beloved malibu for granted, not even for one second. I shared our sunset 🌅 views almost daily with all of you. 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," she wrote.
Kawhi Leonard
Kawhi Leonard #2 of the LA Clippers. (Photo by Adam Pantozzi/NBAE via Getty Images) (Getty Images)
Los Angeles Clippers superstar Kawhi Leonard was not in attendance for Wednesday night’s game against the Denver Nuggets.
The NBA superstar flew home to be with his family evacuated by the Palisades Fire.
Leonard's status was reported by NBA Insider Chris Haynes. Another source confirmed the report with FOX 11.
Halle Berry
"This is from my hood. Look at the sky. That is smoke, not clouds, from a fire that has consumed over 2,900 acres and remains uncontained. It’s left so many homes and buildings without power and killed at least two people, with more left with significant injuries. Please stay safe and informed through NotifyLA!" the Academy Award-winning actress wrote on Instagram.
Jamie Lee Curtis
Jamie Lee Curtis. (Photo by Mike Coppola/Getty Images)
Jamie Lee Curtis wrote that her "community and possibly my home is on fire," to social media, along with a harrowing image of the wildfires. My family is safe. Many of my friends will lose their homes. Many other communities as well. There are so many conflicting reports. With all the technology there seems to be very little information. PLEASE POST FACTS! IT WILL HELP THOSE WONDERING!"
She continued, "It is a terrifying situation and I'm grateful to the firefighters and all of the good Samaritans who are helping people get out of the way of the blaze. Neighbors have taken care of neighbors. We ALL take everything for granted because we are all living our lives but when it hits your community, it's particularly shocking. Life on life's terms. If ever there was need for the use of the phrase MY HAND IN YOURS, it is right now. Take care of each other. Stay out of the way and let the firefighters do their work. Pray if you believe in it and even if you don't, pray for those who do."
Mark Hamill
Mark Hamill, a Malibu resident, said he decided to evacuate due to the Palisades Fire.
Mark Hamill attends the Premiere of Orion Pictures and United Artists Releasing's "Child's Play" at ArcLight Hollywood on June 19, 2019 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)
He told his 6 million Instagram followers the fire was the "most horrific" fire he had witnessed since 1993.
Paris Hilton
"Heartbroken beyond words.💔 Sitting with my family, watching the news, and seeing our home in Malibu burn to the ground on live TV is something no one should ever have to experience.😢 This home was where we built so many precious memories. It’s where Phoenix took his first steps and where we dreamed of building a lifetime of memories with London," she wrote on Instagram.
Paris Hilton attends the 66th GRAMMY Awards at Crypto.com Arena on February 04, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)
Kate Beckinsale
"Hearing the winds last night I prayed. I knew it would be bad- we had to evacuate many times during our life there - but the shock at the whole of the Palisades being destroyed is unthinkably horrific. 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 .My heart is broken," she wrote in a heartfelt caption on social media.
Mandy Moore
Actress Mandy Moore shared on her Instagram story that she and her three children, as well as cats and dogs, were able to evacuate the area of the Eaton Fire, writing "Praying and grateful for the first responders." On Wednesday morning, the actress shared that her friends had opened their home as a shelter, although she wasn't sure if her own house had made it through the night.
Chris Pratt
Chris Pratt also asked for his fans to pray for Los Angeles in a post on X.
"Please send prayers and strength tonight to everyone in Los Angeles affected by these devastating fires. Los Angeles is in a state of emergency and over 30,000 have been ordered to evacuate."
The post continued to say, "Thank you to the brave firefighters and first responders who are working tirelessly to protect lives, homes, and wildlife as they battle fast-moving wildfire fueled by fierce winds. You are true heroes, and we are endlessly grateful for your sacrifice and courage."
JJ Redick
Head Coach JJ Redick of the Los Angeles Lakers(Photo by Glenn James/NBAE via Getty Images)
Before the Los Angeles Lakers played the Dallas Mavericks on Tuesday night, head coach JJ Redick spoke about the situation,
"I just want to acknowledge and send thoughts and prayers to everyone in the Palisades right now," Redick said, ESPN reported.
"Our family, my wife's family, my wife's twin sister, they've evacuated. I know a lot of people are freaking out right now, including my family. From the sound of things, with the winds coming [Tuesday night], I know a lot of people are scared. So, I just want to acknowledge that. Thoughts and prayers for sure, and hope everybody stays safe."
Cameron Mathison
The actor and television host shared his home was destroyed in the Eaton Fire burning in LA's San Gabriel Valley.
"We are safe, but this is what’s left of our beautiful home. Our home where our kids were raised and where they wanted to raise their own someday, he wrote on Instagram.
The social media caption continued to say, "Thanks to all who reached out and checked in. Can’t respond to all so wanted to give an update here. Sending so many prayers to everyone being affected by these fires🙏🏼."
More Celebrities Lose Their Homes
Other celebrities who have lost their homes include Billy Crystal, Sir Anthony Hopkins, Eugene Levy, Anna Farris, Adam Brody and Leighton Meester, and Josh Gad.