Many Hollywood stars were forced to evacuate their mansions in early January as a series of fires ravaged through Los Angeles, with wind gusts topping 100 miles per hour in the Palisades, Eaton and surrounding regions.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency, forcing more than 30,000 Los Angeles residents to evacuate their homes.
Here is a look at the celebs who have fled — or may have to flee — in order to protect their families’ lives and their own.
After the fire made its way to Malibu, it destroyed Paris Hilton’s beautiful beachfront property.
The hotel heiress said she was “heartbroken beyond words” to see her vacation home “burn to the ground on live TV” in a lengthy Instagram statement.
She confirmed that her family was safe and said her 11:11 Media Impact team is organizing a way to “best support” victims.
Hilton reportedly purchased her scenic Malibu home for $8.4 million with her husband Carter Reum.
The latest tragic events come just five months after the “Simple Life” alum’s trailer burned down on the set of one of her music videos last summer.
Celebrities Affected by the Los Angeles Fires
Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt
Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt announced that they were sadly one of the many who lost their home due to the blaze, with the latter posing just a few yards away from the fiery home.
A source later revealed that the Montag and Pratt residence “burned to the ground.”
In an heartfelt post, Pratt shared on Instagram that the “one positive sign” of the fire was that his son’s bed “burned in the shape of a heart.”
The “Hills” alum concluded, “A sign of how much love was in this house so thankful for all the years and memories there with our family.”
Leighton Meester and Adam Brody
Adam Brody and Leighton Meester’s lavish $6.5 million Los Angeles property also burned down.
Photos obtained by Page Six showed the couple’s five-bedroom, six-bedroom house ravaged by flames.
A shot showed fire bursting through a garage door, with the roof completely burned off.
Anna Faris was yet another Hollywood star to lose her multimillion dollar mansion because of the blaze.
Miles Teller and his wife, Keleigh Teller lost their dream home in Pacific Palisades, which they just bought in for $7.5 million, as a result of the wildfire.
A photo obtained by Page Six showed the “Top Gun: Maverick” star’s property completely burned to the ground, with only materials from its foundation remaining.
A vehicle parked in the front entrance of the home was also badly burned, per the images.
Neither Miles nor Keleigh has commented on the loss of their home yet, but the latter shared an Instagram Story post advising her neighbors to leave behind water bowls for animals trying to escape.
Eugene Levy
Actor Eugene Levy told the Los Angeles Times on Jan. 7 that he got trapped in traffic due to other fleeing residents attempting to leave his Pacific Palisades neighborhood.
“The smoke looked pretty black and intense over Temescal Canyon,” the “American Pie” star said.
“I couldn’t see any flames but the smoke was very dark.”
It was then revealed that Levy’s house did not survive the massive fire.
A photo obtained by Page Six showed only wooden posts left standing after the “Schitt’s Creek” alum’s property succumbed to the fire.
Anthony Hopkins’ home in Pacific Palisades was left only as a pile of debris after the fires.
A photo obtained by Page Six showed the Oscar winner’s house completely burned down.
Hopkins has not yet commented on the destruction via his social media.
Prior to living in the residence that was ravaged by the fire, the “Silence of the Lambs” star lived in another mansion in the same neighborhood for 25 years.
Billy Crystal
Billy Crystal was also among the growing number of stars who lost their homes due to the California fires.
The comedian’s property in Pacific Palisades burned down, and a photo obtained by Page Six showed that mostly only the tennis court remained intact.
In 2018, Crystal gushed about his neighborhood, telling the Associated Press that it was the “perfect combination of the present and the future.”
“It’s got so many lovely places and spirit about it. The approach of the environment is here, there’s free bikes,” he continued. ” …There’s great food … There’s all kinds of things that are there for everybody.”
John Goodman
John Goodman’s house in Los Angeles was reduced to ashes as a result of the California fires.
Not a single room was left standing in the “Roseanne” alum’s former home, as seen in a horrific photo obtained by Page Six.
The image also showed the blackened swimming pool that remains in the backyard after the blaze.
Goodman has not yet released a statement on his personal loss or the tragic events.
Cameron Mathison
Soap star Cameron Mathison announced via his Instagram Story that he and his family were able to safely evacuate alongside a video of the massive flames.
However, the “General Hospital” star then revealed shared a separate, eerie video, in which he drove around his neighborhood, as most of its homes were engulfed by fire.
“The last property is where our house was,” he captioned the clip.
Mathison then stepped down from his car to walk around what little remained of the property, and wrote over another video, “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 continued.
“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”
Cobie Smulders
Cobie Smulders’ Pacific Palisades home perished in the fires rapidly sweeping through Los Angeles, as seen in the above snap.
The “How I Met Your Mother” star and her husband, Taran Killam, purchased the $5.6 million residence in 2017 and spent a year renovating it.
In 2018, she told Architectural Digest that her biggest splurge for the house was solar panels and the most unexpected thing she added to it was a 40-year-old photo booth.
Diane Warren
Diane Warren confirmed her beloved beach house was destroyed by the California fires by sharing a photo of the sentimental rock pictured above.
“This is the last pic I took of Leah’s rock from my beach house,” the iconic songwriter penned alongside a photo of just the rock alone.
“I’ve had this house for almost 30 years. It looks like it was lost in the fire last nite.”
“There’s a rainbow shining on it which I’m taking as a sign of hope for all creatures who have been affected by this tragedy,” she continued.
“The animals and the rescue ranch are OK tho which is the most important thing. Stay safe everyone..”
Cary Elwes
“The Princess Bride” star Cary Elwes confirmed his family lost their house to the fires on Wednesday via Instagram.
“Firstly, myself and my family are all safe, thank God. Sadly we did lose our home but we are grateful to have survived this truly devastating fire,” he penned.
“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.”
“We want to thank everyone for the incredible outpouring of support. It really means a great deal to us.”
Fergie
Fergie’s home was in danger of being burned down, but apparently still had a fighting chance, per TMZ.
Photos obtained by the outlet showed helicopters monitoring the damage from above, as first responders attempted to salvage any properties they could.
The former Black Eyed Peas member did not immediately issue a statement about the devastating ordeal.
Ben Affleck
Ben Affleck was forced to evacuate his home and seek safer shelter further away from the impact area.
According to TMZ, the “Argo” director fled to ex-wife Jennifer Garner’s home, who reportedly lives nearby since the still friendly exes share three kids together.
Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson
Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson’s son Chet Hanks — who currently resides in Nashville — shared a heartfelt Instagram Story as the wildfire continued to grow.
He wrote, “The neighborhood I grew up in is burning to the ground rn. Pray for the Palisades.”
Hanks and Wilson — who have owned many homes in the Pacific Palisades over the years, including one that was burglarized last fall — have not yet issued a statement on the fires.
Alabama Barker and Landon Barker
Travis Barker’s two oldest children, Alabama Barker and Landon Barker, announced via social media that they were among the evacuees in Los Angeles.
“Just evacuated from my home due to wild fires in Los Angeles, please be safe !!” Alabama wrote. “They are saying the fires are spreading football field amounts in seconds.”
Landon added alongside a selfie via his Instagram Story, “praying for everyone the fires have affected.”
It’s unclear whether the siblings were forced to leave their father Travis’ home, which the Blink-182 drummer shares with wife Kourtney Kardashian. The reality star revealed she and the drummer finally moved in together nearly two years after their wedding because of the birth of their son, Rocky.
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