All The Celebrities Whose Homes Have Burned Down In Devastating Wildfires

The raging wildfires tearing through Los Angeles have left destruction in their wake, claiming lives, homes, and countless memories. At least 10 people have lost their lives, while approximately 180,000 residents have been forced to evacuate as the infernos rage on for the third consecutive day. Among the devastation are the luxury homes of numerous Hollywood stars, who now find themselves mourning their losses alongside thousands of others.

Here’s a closer look at some of the celebrities whose lives have been upended by the fires:

Anthony Hopkins

The Oscar-winning actor has suffered yet another devastating loss as his colonial home in the Pacific Palisades was reportedly reduced to rubble. This marks the second time Hopkins has faced such a tragedy; his London home was destroyed by fire in 2000, and his Palisades home narrowly escaped destruction during the 2018 Woolsey Fire. At 87, Hopkins must once again rebuild from the ashes.

Mel Gibson

The “Mad Max” actor lost his Malibu home of over a decade in the fires. Speaking to NewsNation’s Elizabeth Vargas Reports, Gibson described the experience as “devastating” and his neighborhood as “completely toasted.” Gibson, who was in Austin, Texas, during the blaze, recounted the surreal moment he returned to find his home gone. “Sure enough, it wasn’t there,” he said, adding wryly, “At least I don’t have any plumbing problems anymore.” Despite the loss of photographs, files, and personal belongings, Gibson expressed gratitude for his family’s safety, including his wife Rosalind Ross, their son Lars, and even his chickens.

Jeff Bridges

Jeff Bridges’ family home, inherited from his late parents, was destroyed in the fires. The iconic actor, known for The Big Lebowski and The Old Man, shared the home with his wife, Susan Geston. It was also the place where he battled and overcame lymphoma in 2020 and 2021, making the loss especially poignant.

Candy Spelling

The Malibu beachfront property Candy Spelling shared with her late husband, 90210 producer Aaron Spelling, for 50 years has been lost to the flames. The 8,000-square-foot, seven-bedroom house had been under construction at the time of the fire. Previously listed for $23 million, the home represented a significant chapter in Spelling’s life, now reduced to ashes.

Diane Warren

Songwriter Diane Warren took to Instagram to confirm the loss of her Malibu beach house of 30 years. Despite her personal tragedy, Warren found solace in knowing that the animals at her nearby rescue ranch were safe. Sharing a photo of a rock on the beach with a rainbow shining on it, she wrote, “A sign of hope for all creatures who’ve been affected by this tragedy.”

Paris Hilton

Paris Hilton shared her heartbreak on social media upon learning that her Malibu home, where her son Phoenix took his first steps, had been destroyed. The mid-century, 3,000-square-foot beach house, purchased for over $8 million in 2021, was among the many properties lost. “To know so many are waking up without the place they called home is truly heartbreaking,” Hilton wrote.

Billy Crystal

Billy Crystal and his wife, Janice, lost the home where they had lived for 45 years. “Every inch of our house was filled with love and beautiful memories that can’t be taken away,” Crystal said in a statement. The house, which had been a cornerstone for their family and grandchildren, was part of a neighborhood the couple cherished deeply.

Mandy Moore

Mandy Moore revealed on Instagram that her Altadena home had been leveled by the fires. Sharing videos of smoke-filled skies and charred buildings, she wrote, “My sweet home. I am devastated and gutted for those of us who’ve lost so much.” Moore reflected on the personal and community losses, noting that her children’s school and favorite local spots were also gone.

Cary Elwes

The Princess Bride star confirmed that his home had burned down in the fires. On social media, Elwes expressed gratitude for surviving the ordeal and sent heartfelt condolences to other affected families, thanking first responders for their heroic efforts.

Cameron Mathison

The All My Children actor shared a heartbreaking video on Instagram, walking through the charred remains of his home. Mathison expressed his sadness while also acknowledging the bravery of those fighting the fires.

Spencer Pratt and Heidi Montag

The reality TV couple, stars of The Hills, lost their home to the fires. Pratt shared their evacuation experience on Snapchat, joking about losing his “designer clothes” in the blaze. Montag later posted a video of their family shopping for new bedding and toys at Target, trying to bring some sense of normalcy to their lives.

James Woods

In an emotional interview with CNN, James Woods recounted the chaos of escaping the fire and helping his 94-year-old neighbor to safety. “It was like an inferno,” Woods said, describing the scene as every house around them burned. His home, like so many others, is now gone.

Adam Brody and Leighton Meester

Photos and videos of a destroyed Pacific Palisades property reportedly belonging to the married actors Adam Brody and Leighton Meester have circulated widely. The couple has yet to comment publicly on the loss.

Ricki Lake

Ricki Lake announced on Instagram that her Malibu “dream home” was destroyed. “It was our heaven on earth,” Lake wrote, sharing memories of the home where she married her husband, Ross Burningham. The post included photos of her garden and pool, now gone.

Jhené Aiko

Singer Jhené Aiko confirmed on Instagram that her home “burned down to the ground.” Despite the heartbreak, she expressed gratitude that she and her children were safe, writing, “My heart is so heavy. We’re starting from scratch.”

Anna Faris

Anna Faris also lost her home in the fires, her representative confirmed. Thankfully, the actress and her family were safe during the disaster.

Melissa Rivers

TV personality Melissa Rivers narrowly escaped with a few precious items from her home, including her mother Joan Rivers’ Emmy, a family photo, and a drawing of herself and her son. “That’s it,” she told CNN. “The end of everything that belonged to my family and the history of it.”


The fires have been a devastating equalizer, leveling both ordinary neighborhoods and luxury estates. As the affected communities begin to grapple with the enormity of their losses, stories of survival and resilience shine through. For these stars, their memories and the love of their families will be the foundation upon which they rebuild.

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