Los Angeles Under Siege
The devastating forest fires that have ravaged the city of Los Angeles have left a trail of destruction in their wake, with hundreds of homes reduced to ashes. Among the victims are several high-profile celebrities who have lost their homes to the inferno.
Celebrities Affected by the Fires
Several film and television stars have been impacted by the advance of the flames, with some losing their homes and others forced to evacuate.
Paris Hilton’s Heartbreak
Hotel heiress Paris Hilton, 43, watched in horror as her Malibu home burned to the ground on television. She took to Instagram to express her heartbreak, saying she was “speechless” and felt for those who had lost more. Hilton later shared a video of her five dogs in the back of a car, saying she was on her way to a hotel to take shelter.
Anthony Hopkins’ Mansion Destroyed
Double Oscar winner Anthony Hopkins lost his luxurious mansion to the flames, with photographs showing the “Silence of the Lambs” star’s property reduced to ashes. Hopkins, 87, has yet to comment on the loss.
Jeff Bridges’ Malibu Home Destroyed
Oscar winner Jeff Bridges, star of the classic “The Big Lebowski,” lost the Malibu home he shares with his family, according to reports. Bridges has yet to comment on the loss.
Billy Crystal’s Home Destroyed
Actor and comedian Billy Crystal said the house he lived in for 46 years was destroyed by fire, leaving only the tennis court. Crystal, who starred in “When Harry Met Sally,” said there were “no words to describe the enormous devastation” he saw and experienced.
Eugene Levy’s Home Destroyed
American media reported that a house belonging to Eugene Levy, star of “Schitt’s Creek,” was destroyed by flames. Levy, the honorary mayor of Pacific Palisades, had earlier told the Los Angeles Times how he escaped from his neighborhood, which was covered in black smoke.
John Goodman’s Home Destroyed
The house of John Goodman, the “Roseanne” actor, was also burned, according to photos published by People magazine. Goodman, who also starred in “The Big Lebowski,” has not commented on the loss.
Mark Hamill’s Narrow Escape
Mark Hamill, the unforgettable Luke Skywalker from “Star Wars,” told his followers on Instagram that he escaped across a flame-lined road with his wife and dog from their home in Malibu. Hamill, 73, would not confirm whether his property survived the fire, but said he and his family were “fleeing” for their lives.
Jennifer Gray’s Home Destroyed
“Dirty Dancing” star Jennifer Gray lost her house to the flames, according to her daughter Stella Gregg, who wrote on Instagram that her mother’s house had burned to the ground. Gregg clarified that her mother was safe.
Cary Elwes’ Home Destroyed
Cary Elwes, star of “The Princess Bride” and “The Crazy Adventures of Robin Hood,” wrote on Instagram that his house was razed after he abandoned it with his family. Elwes, 62, had earlier shared a video driving through the Los Angeles hills, revealing an orange glow in the distance, which he described as “biblical.”
Adam Brody’s Home Destroyed
Golden Globe nominee Adam Brody (“Nobody Wants This”) and his wife, actress Leighton Meester (“Gossip Girl”), lost their Pacific Palisades home to the flames, according to reports. People magazine published photos of their house engulfed in flames.
Miles Teller’s Home Destroyed
“Whiplash” star Miles Teller and his wife Keleigh Teller lost their home to the flames, according to photos from People magazine. Teller, who also appeared in “Top Gun: Maverick,” did not comment on the loss.
James Woods’ Emotional Video
Actor James Woods, 77, posted a video on social media, saying he couldn’t believe his beloved home in the hills had lasted so long. “It’s like losing a loved one,” he said.
Jamie Lee Curtis’ Generous Donation
Oscar winner Jamie Lee Curtis was forced to evacuate her home, but announced that she would donate $1 million to victims of the Los Angeles fires. Curtis wrote on Instagram that her “beloved neighborhood is gone,” but her home was safe. “So many others lost everything,” she said.