A series of devastating wildfires have swept through Los Angeles County, with the affluent Pacific Palisades neighborhood—home to several Hollywood A-listers—among the hardest hit. The fires, which began in Pacific Palisades, have rapidly spread toward the Malibu stretch of the Pacific Coast Highway, forcing residents to flee.
Prominent actors, including Ben Affleck, Tom Hanks, Reese Witherspoon, Michael Keaton, Adam Sandler, Miles Teller, and Eugene Levy, have been impacted by the disaster. At least six wildfires are currently raging across Los Angeles County, claiming five lives so far. Officials fear the death toll may rise as containment efforts continue.
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Evacuations and Celebrity Reactions
"Star Wars" actor Mark Hamill revealed on Instagram that he evacuated his Malibu home with his wife, Marilou, and their dog, Trixie. Describing the scene as the “most horrific fire since ’93,” he recounted, “Evacuated Malibu so last-minute there were small fires on both sides of the road as we approached PCH.”
Actor Eugene Levy told The Los Angeles Times that he faced challenges while attempting to leave the neighborhood. “The smoke looked pretty black and intense over Temescal. I couldn’t see any flames, but the smoke was very dark,” he said.
Chet Hanks, son of Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson, expressed his anguish, stating on social media, “The neighborhood I grew up in is burning to the ground rn. Pray for the Palisades.”
Jamie Lee Curtis, star of "Halloween," assured her followers on Instagram that she was safe but shared her concern for her community. “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. There are so many conflicting reports. Please post facts! It will help those wondering,” she urged.
This is our/neighbor’s backyard in Los Angeles right now. Power lines sparking against trees. Neighbor and I have been trying to call 911 and Fire Department for 45 min with no answer (as instructed by Power Company).
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Losses and Signs of Hope
Oscar-nominated actor James Woods confirmed on X (formerly Twitter) that he and his family safely evacuated the area.
Songwriter Diane Warren shared a heartfelt post on Instagram, revealing that her beach house of nearly 30 years may have been lost to the flames. “It looks like it was lost in the fire last nite,” she wrote. However, she found solace in a rainbow shining on the site, which she took as a sign of hope. Warren added, “The animals and the rescue ranch are OK tho, which is the most important thing. Stay safe everyone.”
Widespread Impact
The fires have cast a shadow of uncertainty and destruction over Los Angeles, with countless families and communities grappling with the loss of homes and livelihoods. As emergency crews battle the blazes, residents have been urged to follow evacuation orders and remain vigilant.
The Pacific Palisades wildfire is part of a broader crisis affecting multiple areas in Los Angeles County, underscoring the need for immediate action to combat this ongoing disaster.
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