Anthony Hopkins, Anna Faris, and Eugene Levy are among the Hollywood stars whose homes have been destroyed in the catastrophic wildfires sweeping through Southern California. These fires, which have claimed five lives and forced more than 70,000 people to flee their homes, continue to devastate Los Angeles County, fueled by relentless high winds.
The Palisades, Eaton, and Hurst fires erupted on Tuesday, engulfing nearly 23,000 acres of land. By Wednesday, two additional fires, named the Tyler and Woodley fires, had ignited in nearby areas. A state of emergency has been declared in the city as firefighters battle to control the blazes.
Celebrities Affected by the Fires
Among those to lose their homes was actor Billy Crystal, who revealed that the property he had lived in for 46 years was completely destroyed, with only the tennis court left standing. In a joint statement with his wife, Janice, the When Harry Met Sally star expressed their heartbreak:
“Words cannot describe the enormity of the devastation we are witnessing and experiencing. 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.”
Paris Hilton also shared her devastation after seeing news footage of her $8.4 million Malibu oceanfront home “burn to a crisp.” In an emotional message to her fans, she said:
“This is something no one should ever have to experience.” Hilton later added:
“This home was where we built so many precious memories. While the loss is overwhelming, I’m holding onto gratitude that my family and pets are safe.”
Other high-profile victims included actress Anna Faris, whose $5 million, 4,000-square-foot home was destroyed. Eugene Levy, the Schitt’s Creek star and honorary mayor of the Palisades, also lost his $3.9 million property. His son, Dan Levy, wrote on social media:
“Heartbroken for my family, my friends, and the people of LA affected by the catastrophic fires.”
Actor Cary Elwes, known for his role in The Princess Bride, confirmed the loss of his family home, stating:
“Sadly, we did lose our home, but we are grateful to have survived this truly devastating fire.”
Oscar-winning actor Anthony Hopkins, 87, is also believed to have lost his $6 million home. Haunting images appear to show only the property’s gate still standing. Hopkins, who often posted photos and videos of the residence on social media, now finds his beloved home reduced to rubble.
Grammy-winning songwriter Diane Warren revealed that her Malibu home of 30 years was destroyed. She shared:
“It looks like it was lost in the fire last night. 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.” Warren, who runs an animal rescue ranch in the area, confirmed that all the animals were safe.
Actor James Woods broke down during a live interview on CNN after being evacuated from his Pacific Palisades home. Fighting back tears, he said:
“I’m sorry – it’s just one day you’re in the pool, and the next, it’s all gone.”
Some Celebrities Spared the Worst
Despite the devastation, some stars were more fortunate. Jamie Lee Curtis, Ben Affleck, Bill Hader, and Star Wars actor Mark Hamill were among those whose properties escaped the flames. Hamill described the disaster as the “most horrific fire since ’93” in an Instagram post, reassuring fans of his safety.
Miles Teller, star of Whiplash and Top Gun: Maverick, lost his $7.5 million mansion, though he and his wife, Keleigh, have yet to make public comments.
Married actors Adam Brody and Leighton Meester also saw their home destroyed, just days after attending the Golden Globes.
Reality stars Spencer Pratt and Heidi Montag were among those forced to evacuate. Pratt shared an emotional detail, saying:
“The one positive sign I saw as our house burned down was our son’s bed burned in the shape of a heart. A sign of how much love was in this house.” Montag tearfully recounted the chaos of packing an emergency bag, adding:
“I only have two pairs of jeans, two shirts. The main thing is that we’re safe and got out.”
Scope of the Disaster
The wildfires, now spanning more than 27,000 acres, are among the most destructive in Los Angeles’s history. Communities are left shattered, and countless lives have been changed forever as the region faces an uphill battle to recover from this tragedy.
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