Sat Jan 11 11:50:00 UTC 2025: ## Devastating Wildfires in Los Angeles Leave Celebrities Homeless and Claim Lives
**Los Angeles, CA** – Widespread wildfires raging across Los Angeles have caused significant devastation, claiming the lives of approximately ten people, forcing the evacuation of tens of thousands, and destroying numerous homes, including those of several Hollywood celebrities.
Among the affected celebrities is Oscar-winning actor Mel Gibson, who revealed his Malibu home was completely destroyed while he was in Texas recording a podcast with Joe Rogan. Gibson expressed his devastation and criticized California Governor Gavin Newsom’s handling of the wildfires, stating that past promises to address forest management had gone unfulfilled. He reported that his neighbors, including actor Ed Harris, also suffered significant losses. Gibson’s family evacuated safely.
Other A-list actors impacted include Jeff Bridges (who lost his family home in Malibu), Milo Ventimiglia, and James Woods, who emotionally recounted his loss on CNN. Paris Hilton, Billy Crystal, Adam Brody, and Daniela Pineda are also among those who have lost their homes. Many shared their grief and gratitude for the first responders on social media.
The fires have consumed over 31,000 acres and prompted the evacuation of 180,000 people. California Fire Chief David Acuna warned that approximately 10,000 buildings may have been destroyed, and strong winds pose a risk of further damage. The destruction was particularly severe in the Pacific Palisades, where over 15,000 acres have burned.
Several high-profile events have been affected by the fires, including the postponement of Oscar nominations and the cancellation of film premieres. The fires have also impacted schools and businesses in the area. Celebrities like Cameron Mathison and Mandy Moore have also shared their losses, alongside many others expressing their heartbreak and gratitude for those who fought the fires and offered support. Donations have been pledged by celebrities including Jamie Lee Curtis and her husband, Christopher Guest. The situation remains critical, with firefighters battling multiple active blazes across the region.
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