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Southern California is under a state of emergency as multiple wildfires
burn through Los Angeles County.
More than 30,000 people have been forced to evacuate their homes and flee
for their lives as the Santa Ana winds further exacerbate the situation.
Fires ripped through the Pacific Palisades, one of the wealthiest
neighborhoods in the country, burning at a rate of five football fields
per minute and leaving firefighters overwhelmed as they attacked the
flames from the ground and the air.
Amid the chaos, some celebrities are posting about the impact of the fires
and showcasing the fire damage throughout LA County, home to nearly 10
million people.
Paris Hilton's representative told ABC News that her home was among those destroyed amid the wildfires.
"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," Hilton posted to Instagram Wednesday.
"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 added that while her loss was overwhelming, she was grateful that her family is safe. She also extended her prayers to others who have been
affected by the wildfires and shared that she was in contact with
nonprofit organizations on how to help the community.
"The Hills" alum Heidi Montag shared an emotional TikTok video on Tuesday
in which she revealed the house she shares with husband Spencer Pratt and
their children had burned down.
"I'm so sad our house is gone," she said, fighting back tears.
Pratt also shared via his Instagram story that his parents' house had
burned down as well.
"General Hospital" actor Cameron Mathison shared a video to Instagram
showing the devastation left behind by the fire and revealing his house
burned down in the blaze.
"We are safe," he wrote. "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."
Mathison 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."
"Frozen" star Josh Gad shared a video of the inferno on his Instagram,
writing, "I hope everyone is staying safe tonight in the affected fire
areas in Los Angeles."
"My deepest gratitude and appreciation goes out to our brave fire and
rescue and police forces who are doing everything in their power to keep
the residents of Los Angeles safe right now," Gad continued.
In an interview with "GMA3" on Wednesday, "Police Academy" actor Steve Guttenberg called the fires "unbelievable" and "the biggest fire I've ever
seen in my life."
Guttenberg called a disaster like this "a great equalizer," explaining, "Doesn't matter how much money you have or what kind of car [you drive] or
what kind of house you live in, everybody's the same in a crisis like
this."
"Guardians of the Galaxy" actor Chris Pratt sent "prayers and strength" to those affected by the "devastating fires" in an Instagram post.
"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," Pratt wrote alongside a carousel
of images. "You are true heroes, and we are endlessly grateful for your sacrifice and courage."
He added, "Let's all come together to support one another during this
tough time."
"Star Wars" actor Mark Hamill shared an Instagram post about his family's personal evacuation from Malibu to safety at his daughter's house, urging
his followers to "STAY SAFE!"
Singer and actress Mandy Moore posted on her Instagram story that she'd evacuated and was safe with her "kids, dogs and cats."
"Praying and grateful for the first responders," Moore added.
On Tuesday, actor James Woods shared a post on X about losing his home in
the fires.
"All the smoke detectors are going off in our house and transmitting to
our iPhones," he wrote. "I couldn't believe our lovely little home in the
hills held on this long. It feels like losing a loved one."
In a separate post, he addressed "all the lovely people offering care and love," writing, "There is no possession as priceless as friends and good neighbors during a tragedy. I can't believe the blessings we enjoy, and I
am humbly grateful."
"Schitt's Creek" actor Eugene Levy, the Honorary Mayor of Pacific
Palisades, spoke to the Los Angeles Times as he evacuated the area.
Levy said the "smoke looked pretty black and intense" in the area at the
time, adding, "I couldn't see any flames, but the smoke was very dark."
Among the events that have been impacted by the fires, the 2025 Screen
Actors Guild Award nominations were delayed and changed from an in-person
event to nominees being unveiled via press release on the organization's website, out of "an abundance of caution" for people's safety.
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