A slew of celebrities like Paris Hilton, Eugene Levy and Heidi Montag have unfortunately lost their homes in the Los Angeles wildfires.
Over 100,000 Californians have been forced to evacuate their homes after a state of emergency was declared due to wildfires spiralling out of control across Los Angeles.
The wildfire, which began to spread rapidly on January 7, has since taken the lives of five people and decimated the abodes of some of Hollywood’s elite.
Red flag warnings issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) Los Angeles are expected to stay in place until tomorrow, with displaced residents remaining in limbo regarding their return to their neighbourhoods.
As per the BBC, 1,400 firefighters have been deployed, with surrounding states also providing first responders.
Below, we’ve provided an update on the celebrities who have been directly impacted by the fires, including those who have lost their homes, and others who have been forced to evacuate.
The Simple Life star and mother-of-two Paris Hilton, 43, has confirmed she excruciatingly ‘watched [her] house burn down live on TV’.
In an Instagram post, she confirmed that she and her 43-year-old husband Carter Reum’s young family – son Phoenix Barron and London Marilyn – were ‘safe’, before extending her condolences to other people affected by the fires.
“To all the people who have lost their homes, their memories, and their beloved pets,” she commented. “My heartaches for those still in harm’s way or mourning greater losses. The devastation is unimaginable.”
Before thanking the thousands of firefighters currently battling the Californian blaze, Hilton revealed members of her 11:11 Media Impact Team had already reached out to nonprofit organisations to ‘figure out how we can best support the communities impacted by these fires.’
Spencer Pratt and Heidi Montag
Spencer Pratt’s sister Stephanie confirmed The Hills’ stars family had lost their home (Instagram/@stephaniepratt)
The Hills’ Spencer Pratt and Heidi Montag have tragically lost their home in the wildfire that broke out on Tuesday (January 7).
Prior to their evacuation, 41-year-old Pratt shared footage of the Los Angeles Fire Department officials attempting to control the raging Pacific Palisades fire from across the mountains.
The actor’s sister Stephanie Pratt, 38, took to Instagram and shared: “I am beyond heartbroken for my brother, Heidi & the kids.
“And to all of our friends and neighbours who have lost their houses today.
“Just spoke to my dad – he tried to save my brother’s house but the wind is so strong there was nothing he could do. Even the fire station in the Palisades has burned down. The Pacific Palisades is completely on fire. No one is there.”
Bill Crystal
Bill Crystal has released a statement after his home was devastated by the blaze (Randy Shropshire/Getty Images for Critics Choice Association)
Bill Crystal, 76, and his wife, Janice, have confirmed the demise of their family home in Los Angeles.
In a statement, the six-time Primetime Emmy Award winner wrote: “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. Beautiful memories that can’t be taken away.
“We are heartbroken of course but with the love of our children and friends we will get through this.”
Ricki Lake
“It’s all gone. I can’t believe I am typing these words,” confirmed Hairspray actress Ricki Lake.
Describing the loss of her ‘dream home’ as ‘immeasurable’, the 56-year-old said: “It was our heaven on earth. The place where we planned to grow old together.
“We never took our heavenly spot on the bluff overlooking our beloved Malibu for granted, not even for one second. I shared our sunset views almost daily with all of you.”
Lake also confirmed she will share ‘how [she] escaped’, adding: “For now I grieve.”
James Woods
James Woods discussed the fires live on CNN (CNN)
Oscar-winning actor James Woods, 77, has confirmed he has lost ‘everything at once’ in the Californian wildfires.
He broke down in tears during an interview with CNN, stating his wife’s eight-year-old niece had actually ‘came out with her little piggy bank for us to rebuild our house.’
“I’m sorry, it’s just one day you’re in the pool and the next it’s all gone,” he continued, before saying: “I’m sorry, I thought I was stronger than this.”
Miles Teller
Miles Teller reportedly bought his home in 2023 (Michael Kovac/Getty Images for AFI)
Top Gun: Maverick actor Miles Teller, 37, and his wife Keleigh Sperry Teller are two of the latest celebrities to lose their worldly possessions in the devastating fires, according to The Daily Mail.
It’s understood the couple – who married in 2019 – purchased their 6,600-square-foot home in April 2023 and that it was built in 2015.
Tyla has reached out to representatives of Miles Teller for further comment.
Adam Brody
Adam Brody’s home has reportedly been burned down (Olivia Wong/Getty Images)
According to TMZ, Adam Brody’s Los Angeles home has been ‘reduced to rubble and ash’. Images shared by the publication showed ‘black smoke’ devastatingly rising from the wreckage.
Brody, 45, who recently appeared on the Golden Globes red carpet with his wife and Gossip Girl star Leighton Meester, 38, reportedly bought the pad in 2019 and lived there with their two children.
Tyla has reached out to representatives of Adam Brody for further comment.
Diane Warren
Diane Warren has released a statement about her home (Emma McIntyre/WireImage)
Academy Honorary Award winner Diane Warren, 68, has confirmed via Instagram that embers have engulfed her Los Angeles home.
“I’ve had this house for almost 30 years. It looks like it was lost in the fire last nite,” she typed.
“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.”
Eugene Levy
Eugene Levy, 78, has unfortunately joined the spade of celebrities who have lost their homes to the raging LA wildfires, as per The Daily Mail.
Previously, the Schitt’s Creek favourite told the Los Angeles Times that he had been caught in a gridlock while attempting to evacuate the danger zone.
“The smoke looked pretty black and intense of Temescal Canyon,” he stated. “I couldn’t see any flames, but the smoke was very dark.”
Anna Faris
Representatives of 48-year-old Anna Faris have confirmed to PEOPLE that she has lost the home she shared with her family in the Pacific Palisades.
“Anna and her family are safe and very grateful,” they told the publication.
Star Wars actor Mark Hamill was forced to evacuate his Los Angeles neighbourhood (Instagram/markhamill)
Mark Hamill announced that a ‘last-minute’ evacuation notice forced him to flee his Malibu home, confirming he saw ‘small fires on both sides of the road’.
“Most horrific fire since ‘93,” the 73-year-old commented. “STAY SAFE!”
Harrison Ford
It’s not known whether Harrison Ford’s home in the Brentwood neighbourhood has been ravaged by the wildfires. However, he was evacuated from the area.
The Star Wars legend, 82, purchased his estate back in 2011 for a cool $12.6 million, as per The Daily Mail.
Tyla has reached out to representatives for further comment.
Jamie Lee Curtis
Jamie Lee Curtis shared an image of a burning church on her Instagram (Instagram/jamieleecurtis)
Jamie Lee Curtis has revealed her evacuation agony in an emotional appearance on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon.
Appearing on the US TV staple to promote her new movie, The Last Showgirl, the 66-year-old admitted: “I’m literally just about to cry.”
“As you know,” she continued, “where I live is on fire right now. Literally, the entire city of the Pacific Palisades is burning.”
“It’s f**king gnarly. This is literally where I live. Everything. The market I shop in, the schools my kids go to… Many many many many friends now have lost their homes, so it is, it’s a really awful situation.”
In an Instagram post, Curtis added: “Our beloved neighborhood is gone. Our home is safe. So many others have lost everything. Help where you can. Thank you to the first responders and firefighters.”
Mandy Moore
This is Us actress Mandy Moore has taken to Instagram to share how ‘devastated and gutted’ she is after watching her neighbourhood burn down.
“Grateful for my family and pets getting out last night before it was too late (and endless gratitude to friends for taking us in and bringing us clothes and blankets),” the 40-year-old said after fleeing her home.
“Honestly, I’m in shock and feeling numb for all so many have lost, including my family,” she continued. “My children’s school is gone. Our favorite restaurants, leveled. So many friends and loved ones have lost everything too.”
“Our community is broken but we will be here to rebuild together. Sending love to all affected and on the front lines trying to get this under control.”
The Associated Press is reporting that Moore has since lost her home in the blaze.
Alabama and Landon Barker
Landon Barker confirmed he’d been evacuated (Instagram/landonasherbarker)
Travis Baker’s children Alabama, 19, and Landon, 21, confirmed they’d been evacuated from the area.
“Just evacuated praying for everyone the first have effected,” typed the latter.
Meanwhile, Alabama said: “Just evacuated from my home due to wild fires in Los Angeles, please be safe!!
“They are saying the fires are spreading football field amounts in seconds.”
Other actors who have homes in the affected area
A slew of Hollywood icons, sporting stars, and music veterans reportedly all own houses in the Pacific Palisades area.
These include Ben Affleck, 52, who owns a home between Brentwood and the affected area which he purchased for $20.5 million (£16.6 million) last summer.
Tom Hanks and his wife Rita Wilson, 68, American basketball star Kawhi Leonard, 33, and Jennifer Aniston, 55, are also stars who own homes in the area.
Other famous faces such as Jhene Aiko and Big Sean, both 36, The Hangover’s Bradley Cooper, 50, Reese Witherspoon, 48, and Michael Keaton, 73, have properties nearby.
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Paris Hilton has discussed how ‘overwhelming’ it has been to lose her Malibu home in the Los Angeles wildfires.
Officials reported last night (8 January) that at least five people have been killed and 1,000 structures damaged in the wind-fuelled Pacific Palisades Fires.
AccuWeather, the fires have already caused an estimated £42 billion to £46 billion in preliminary damage and economic loss.
Paris Hilton, 43, is just one of the thousands affected by the devastating event, taking to social media to reveal she and her family watched their home ‘burn to the ground on live TV’.
In a post shared to Instagram, the businesswoman revealed she was ‘heartbroken beyond words’ and a situation that ‘no one should ever have to experience’.
“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.
“While the loss is overwhelming, I’m holding onto gratitude that my family and pets are safe. My heart and prayers are going out to every family affected by these fires.”
Paris Hilton has confirmed she watched her home ‘burn to the ground’ live on TV (Instagram/parishilton)
Hilton went on to say she was holding memory for others who had lost their homes, adding: “To all the people who have lost their homes, their memories, and their beloved pets. My heartaches for those still in harm’s way or mourning greater losses. The devastation is unimaginable. To know so many are waking up today without the place they called home is truly heartbreaking.”
The Simple Life star also revealed that members of her 11:11 Media Impact Team – a charitable division of Hilton’s global media company – have already made first contact with a handful of nonprofit organizations to attempt to provide support for those impacted by the wildfires.
“We’re committed to offering help as soon as possible and making a meaningful difference for those who need it most,” she added.
The mother-of-two went on to thank the ‘brave’ first responders and the firefighters who were currently on the ground ‘risking their lives to protect’ everyone, remarking: “You are true heroes. I am so grateful for your courage, dedication, and the incredible sacrifices you’re making to save lives and fight this unimaginable battle.
“Thank you from the bottom of my heart.”
Hilton also used her post to urge other Californian residents to ‘follow evacuation orders’.
The businesswoman has thanked firefighters and first responders for their ongoing efforts (Instagram/parishilton)
“Let’s protect one another and hold onto hope that these fires will soon be contained,” she concluded. “Sending so much love and strength to all of you. We’re in this together, LA.
“Hug your loved ones a little tighter tonight. You never know when everything could change.”
Hundreds of fans and celebrities alike have flocked to Hilton’s Instagram post to send their condolences, with The Only Way Is Essex’s Vas J Morgan writing: “Sending love to you and everyone else affected.”
“I’m so sorry sis, my heart goes out to you and your beautiful family,” typed socialite Allison Melnick.
“I so very sorry for you and your family @parishilton Sorry for all the people effected by the fire as well. This is truly devastating :(” replied model Cory Bond.
You can support those affected by the fires by donating to the Red Cross online, by calling (800) 733-2767 or texting REDCROSS to 90999.
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Raging wildfires across California have sadly destroyed the family home of The Hills stars Spencer Pratt and Heidi Montag, reports say.
Spencer’s sister Stephanie Pratt has since taken to social media to express her heartache following her family’s loss.
A 1,200 acre bushfire broke out on Tuesday of this week (7 Jan), and has since continued to spread across several prolific Los Angeles neighbourhoods.
The wildfires are understood to have destroyed thousands of properties (Qian Weizhong/VCG via Getty Images)
According to the Mirror US, the homes of countless huge-name stars are currently under threat, including the likes of Tom Hanks and wife Rita Wilson, Reese Witherspoon and her family, Miles Teller and wife Keleigh, and Adam Sandler, his wife and their two children.
The families of Steve Guttenberg and Michael Keaton – all of whom live in the area – are also at risk.
Governor of California Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency for Ventura and Los Angeles counties on Tuesday afternoon, revealing that over 30,000 had been ordered to evacuate and that ‘many structures’ in these areas were ‘already destroyed’.
As we say, amongst the thousands of Los Angeles residents who’ve sadly seen their beloved home go up in flames are reality TV couple Spencer Pratt and Heidi Montag.
According to local news outlets, the wildfire ripped through the Pacific Palisades neighbourhood, engulfing their property – in which the on-screen couple raised their two sons, Gunner and Ryker – in fire and smoke.
The couple shared their propety with their two sons (Qian Weizhong/VCG via Getty Images)
Thankfully, however, the married pair – who shot to fame in the early noughties after being cast for reality docu-series The Hills before wedding i 2008 – managed to escape the property earlier on Tuesday along with their children.
Prior to their evacuation, 41-year-old Spencer took to social media to show footage of Los Angeles Fire Department officials attempting to control the fire encroaching onto their home from across the mountains.
On his Instagram Story, firefighters could be seen attempting to douse the fire with water being dropped from above by emergency airplanes.
Sadly, however, their attempt was to no avail, and their property was amongst those in the Palisades area that was burned to the ground.
Spencer’s sister and former Made In Chelsea star Stephanie Pratt also took to social media to confirm the fate of her brother’s home.
Spencer’s sister Stephanie shared an emotional tribute to their family home (Instagram/@stephaniepratt)
Revealing she’d been in London when the fires broke out, she shared a photo of Spencer where the fires could be seen in the background.
“I am beyond heartbroken for my brother, Heidi & the kids,” she wrote. “And to all of our friends and neighbours who have lost their houses today.
“Just spoke to my dad – he tried to save my brother’s house but the wind is so strong there was nothing he could do. Even the fire station in the palisades has burned down. The Pacific Palisades is completely on fire. No one is there.”
Stephanie, 38, went on to explain: “My parents evacuated safely and are watching the fire rage towards their house on security cameras. I don’t even want to look at mine as my dad told me the Market down the street from my house is on fire.”
The cause of this week’s wildfire currently remains unknown.
Red flag warnings across the majority of Southern California remain in place until Thursday afternoon.
