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'Loss Is Immeasurable': Hollywood Stars Mourn Lost Homes As LA Wildfires Rage

Celebrities and residents alike are mourning the loss and sharing their personal experiences as the community grapples with the aftermath of this devastating disaster.

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Hollywood Stars Mourn Lost Homes As LA Wildfires Rage

Hollywood Stars Mourn Lost Homes As LA Wildfires Rage

A series of wildfires has ravaged Southern California, forcing thousands of residents to evacuate their homes as flames spread rapidly across the Los Angeles area. Over 80,000 people have been displaced, including several celebrities whose homes have been destroyed. Among those affected are Leighton Meester and Adam Brody, Anna Faris, Ricki Lake, Cary Elwes, Cameron Mathison, Spencer Pratt, and Heidi Montag. 

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The devastation began with the Pacific Palisades fire on January 7. Following that, the Eaton Fire ignited around 6:30 pm, spreading to 10,000 acres across Pasadena and Altadena by the next morning. The Woodley Fire started early on January 8, burning 75 acres, while the Hurst Fire grew to about 500 acres and continued to burn into the next day. The Tyler Fire, near Coachella, was 50 percent contained at the time of reporting.

The wildfires have led to the postponement of many entertainment events and film productions. As of January 8 evening, the fires had claimed five lives and destroyed more than 1,100 structures, impacting 27,000 acres. The Los Angeles Times has called it the most destructive fire in the county’s history.

Hollywood Stars Mourn Lost Homes As LA Wildfires Rage

Celebrities and residents alike are mourning the loss and sharing their personal experiences as the community grapples with the aftermath of this devastating disaster.

Ricki Lake

Ricki Lake is among the many grieving the loss of their homes due to the wildfires. She shared her heartbreak on social media, writing, "It’s all gone. 💔 I can’t believe I am typing these words. After a valiant and brave effort by our friend and hero @kirbykotler_, Ross and I lost our dream home."

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She described her home as "our heaven on earth" and reflected on the cherished memories there, including getting married three years ago. "This loss is immeasurable," she added, expressing her sorrow for her community and gratitude for the safety of her loved ones.

Cameron Mathison

Soap star Cameron Mathison posted a video showing the remains of his home, expressing his heartbreak. "We are safe. 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," he wrote. 

Mathison thanked everyone who reached out and sent prayers, saying, "Sending so many prayers to everyone being affected by these fires🙏🏼."

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Paris Hilton

Paris Hilton shared a video of her Malibu home being destroyed by the fires, recalling fond memories. "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," she wrote. 

Hilton reflected on the precious memories created there, including her child’s first steps, and expressed gratitude for her family's safety. "My heart and prayers are going out to every family affected by these fires."

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Diane Warren

Diane Warren revealed the loss of her home of nearly 30 years, sharing a final photo of the view from her beach house. "I've had this house for almost 30 years. It looks like it was lost in the fire last night," she wrote.

Despite the devastation, Warren expressed hope, noting that the animals at her rescue ranch were safe. "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."

Billy Crystal

Billy Crystal and his family also lost their longtime home. In a statement, he shared, "Words cannot describe the enormity of the devastation we are witnessing and experiencing. We ache for our friends and neighbors who have also lost their homes and businesses in this tragedy."

Reflecting on the memories created in their home since 1979, Crystal said, "Every inch of our house was filled with love. Beautiful memories that can't be taken away." He expressed hope for the community’s resilience and future rebuilding.

Jennifer Grey

Jennifer Grey’s daughter, Stella Gregg, announced on Instagram that their home had "burnt to the ground." She reassured everyone that her mother and their dog, Winnie, were safe and encouraged people to "give your loved ones an extra squeeze today."

Denise Crosby

Denise Crosby shared a photo of the "ashes" of her home, expressing her heartbreak. "Yesterday morning I had a beautiful Spanish cottage that gave me endless joy, where I met my husband and raised my son... Now, ashes. I am heartbroken," she wrote, reflecting on the memories and joy the home once provided.

Mandy Moore

Mandy Moore revealed her family had to evacuate due to the fires, leaning on the kindness of friends. "Grateful for the kindness of friends that we had a place to land last night. Trying to shield the kids from the immense sadness and worry I feel," she wrote.

In a later update, she expressed being "absolutely numb" from the devastation in Altadena. "So many friends and loved ones have lost everything too. Our community is broken, but we will be here to rebuild together," she said, sending love to those affected.

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