The Southern California wildfires are leaving a path of devastation, destroying homes and uprooting lives. Hollywood celebrities are among the thousands forced to evacuate and face losing their homes.
Actor James Woods flees flames
Actor James Woods shared a harrowing experience on CNN of evacuating his home as flames engulfed everything around him. “One day, you’re swimming in the pool, and the next day, it’s all gone,” Woods said during the interview.
Amid the chaos, Woods helped rescue an elderly neighbor with dementia. He urged others to evacuate immediately when warned, emphasizing the importance of staying out of firefighters’ way.
Steve Guttenberg steps in to help
Actor Steve Guttenberg also took action during the evacuations. After fleeing his home, he returned to help clear abandoned cars blocking evacuation routes.
“If anybody has a car and they leave their car, leave the keys so we can move the car so these firetrucks can get up Palisades Drive,” Guttenberg said in an interview with KTLA.
Paris Hilton loses Malibu home
Media personality Paris Hilton shared her heartbreak over losing her Malibu home. In a post on social media, Hilton wrote, “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.”
Hilton described the home as a place where her son, Phoenix, took his first steps and where she and her family dreamed of building a lifetime of memories. She added that her team is working to find ways to support the community.
Jamie Lee Curtis urges preparedness
Actress Jamie Lee Curtis, speaking as an American Red Cross ambassador on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon,” emphasized the importance of emergency preparedness.
Her family has pledged $1 million to relief efforts supporting those affected by the fires.
Billy Crystal and other stars share losses
Actor Billy Crystal and his wife, Janice, also lost their longtime home to the Southern California wildfires. In a statement to ABC, Crystal said, “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.”
Actress Heidi Montag joined the list of celebrities affected, sharing an emotional message on TikTok: “I’m so sad our house is gone.”
Other stars impacted by the fires include singer Jhené Aiko, actor Cameron Mathison, chef Sandra Lee and former talk show host Ricki Lake.
How to help
The devastation from the Southern California wildfires is widespread, but there are ways to help. Organizations like the Red Cross and local relief funds are accepting donations.
Planet Fitness is offering free showers and charging stations for those affected, while Airbnb is providing temporary housing.
