The Los Angeles wildfires have claimed over a thousand homes and businesses
Several British celebrities have been forced to evacuate their homes following the devastation caused by the Los Angeles wildfires.
The eight fires, which have been raging across the county since 7 January, have officially claimed the lives of 11 people, The New York Times reports, with the death toll estimated to rise.
The two biggest fires are reported to be the Palisades and Eaton fires, which The Independent says have covered almost 36,000 acres of land over the past few days, with the flames being passed as a result of high winds.
Meanwhile, a man has been arrested in connection with arson regarding the Kenneth fire, which police say they are now investigating as a ‘crime’.
Tons of LA residents, including some A-Listers, have had to say goodbye to their houses earlier this week to evacuate the area, which also include a small group of British celebs.
Robbie Williams
Robbie Williams’ wife Ayda Field said that she and 10 others have been evacuated from a property in LA.
The American actor, 45, said on ITV’s Loose Women that she was concerned for her mother who is due her chemotherapy treatment for cervical cancer.
“It’s chaos here – it looks like some kind of warzone and it’s just all so sad,” she said (via The Mirror). “I’ve had about ten people evacuated with me including my dad, who has potentially lost his house.
“We’re waiting to hear whether he has in fact lost everything and my mum has chemo early tomorrow too.”
Field also revealed that her husband’s LA premiere of biopic A Better Man had been cancelled. Meanwhile, the singer said in a video on social media: “Hey guys I’m sat in 90210 in Los Angeles waking up to lots of my friends’ houses disappearing.
“I’m just sending loads of love and power and strength to the firefighters right now who are doing an incredible job. Stay safe everybody and lots of love.”
Mark Owen
The wife of Take That singer Mark Owen revealed that the pair have been evacuated from their LA home.
An emotional Emma Ferguson said on Instagram: “Thank you for all your messages and checking in. I can’t quite comprehend what happened here, but we are safe. The hurricane-force winds and lack of water have meant the fire has spread catastrophically fast and taken much of our beloved area with it. Schools, homes, shops, and stables are all gone.
“We woke up to helicopters, thick black smoke, winds howling, and the uncertainty that our house would survive. I wish I had packed better. Even if I had just grabbed each of their baby shoes, it would have been something.
“So many have lost everything, pets included. And it’s nowhere near over. Three active fires are blazing around us, and there is not enough water to manage the situation. Planes are grounded due to the winds.”
She added that she wasn’t sure ‘what our next step is’, adding: “Right now, I’m just heavy and tired.”
Patsy Palmer
Eastenders actor Patsy Palmer, who is known for her role as Bianca Jackson, moved to LA in 2014 and was back in the UK to film the TV soap when the fires occurred.
She wrote on her Instagram: “My heart is broken. My brain is fried today looking at the devastating scenes of the fires AGAIN in my hometown. I just returned home to my home in case after the fires a couple of weeks ago and left on Saturday back to work in the UK and now this.”
The star confirmed that her family was safe, but that lots of her friends had ‘lost their homes again which is extremely traumatic’.
Cary Elwes
The Princess Bride’s Cary Elwes told his followers on social media: “Sadly, we did lose our home but we are grateful to have survived this truly devastating fire.
“Our hearts go out to all the families impacted by this tragic event and we also wish to extend our gratitude to all the firefighters, first responders and law enforcement who worked so tirelessly through the night and are still at it.
“We want to thank everyone for the incredible outpouring of support. It really means a great deal to us.”
Alice Evans
British-American actor Alice Evans said she has her ‘bags packed’ and that she feels ‘helpless here but praying hard’.
“My family are safe but lots of my friends have lost their homes again which is extremely traumatic. Being here so far away is really really hard.” she added.
“Please reach out if you need anything. Richard and kids are there safe and evacuated.”
Paris Hilton
The TV personality, 43, watched on as her Malibu home burn to ruins on live television.
Taking to social media on Wednesday (8 January), she wrote: “I’m standing here in what used to be our home, and the heartbreak is truly indescribable.
“When I first saw the news, I was in complete shock – I couldn’t process it. But now, standing here and seeing it with my own eyes, it feels like my heart has shattered into a million pieces.
“This house wasn’t just a place to live – it was where we dreamed, laughed, and created the most beautiful memories as a family.
“It was where [son] Phoenix’s little hands made art that I’ll cherish forever, where love and life filled every corner. To see it reduced to ashes… it’s devastating beyond words.
“What breaks my heart even more is knowing that this isn’t just my story. So many people have lost everything. It’s not just walls and roofs – it’s the memories that made those houses homes. It’s the photos, the keepsakes, the irreplaceable pieces of our lives.”
Anna Faris
Anna Faris, 48, lost her $5 million (£4.1 million) home in the Pacific Palisades fire as her 4,000 square foot property was burnt to the ground.
Representatives for the Scary Movie actor told People: “Anna and her family are safe and very grateful.”
Steve Guttenberg
Police Academy star Steve Guttenberg, 66, watched his neighbourhood blow up in flames on Thursday morning (9 January), telling KTLA 5: “What’s happening is people take their keys with them as if they’re in a parking lot. This is not a parking lot. We really need people to move their cars.
“If you leave your car behind, leave the key in there so a guy like me can move your car so that these fire trucks can get up there.”
Eugene Levy
American Pie star Eugene Levy, 78, told the Los Angeles Times: “The smoke looked pretty black and intense of Temescal Canyon.
“I couldn’t see any flames, but the smoke was very dark.”
His Pacific Palisades, which burnt down, was reportedly purchased for $3.9 million (£3.2 million) in 2006.
Billy Crystal
Confirming the loss of his home, Billy Crystal, 76, said in a statement: “Janice and I lived in our home since 1979.
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“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.”
All that remains of the property is his tennis court.
Jhene Aiko
Popular R&B singer Jhene Aiko, 36, issued a heartbreaking statement on social media, confirming that her house had been ‘burned to the ground’.
“Me and my children’s home is gone, burned to the ground with all of our things inside,” she wrote.
“Lord have mercy. Thankful we still have each other starting from scratch. My heart is so heavy.”
“Those who lost their home, those who lost their life’s work, those who lost their life. praying for my city. praying for the wild life and lost pets. praying for the world.” she added.
Jen Atkin
Kim Kardashian’s hairstylist Jen Atkin said on Instagram: “This is weird to post but our house is gone.
“We just got confirmation. Our whole area demolished. So many are displaced and feeling scared right now it’s almost too much to comprehend.
“Our neighbours are all taking care of one another and checking in and that’s the theme for 2025.
“We’re going to be ok. We always push thru. I’m just so sad I left Grandma Atkin’s church blazer with her tissues and ticracs in the pockets. I also left chews little grave.
“I love u guys thnx for the warm blanket of love today.”
Sandra Lee
Cookbook author and TV Sandra Lee, 58, said her Malibu home had been destroyed by the fires.
“Thank you for all your well wishes,” she said on Instagram.
“I’m in a hotel. I don’t have a home anymore. My house is gone. It’s literally gone. I’ve been crying all night. Thank God everybody is safe.”
Ricki Lake
Hairspray star and talk show host Ricki Lake, 56, opened up about the loss of her ‘dream home’ on social media.
“It’s all gone. I can’t believe I am typing these words,” she 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.”
Candy Spelling
Candy Spelling, 79, who was married to her late husband and TV producer Aaron Spelling, lost her $24 million home in Malibu.
She told TMZ: “I’m in shock and processing this massive loss for our family. I am beyond grateful for the memories. It was truly a wonderful gift to have.”
Spencer Pratt and Heidi Montag
Reality TV stars Spencer Pratt, 41, and Heidi Montag, 38, confirmed that their ‘house is gone’ in a video shared on Snapchat.
“I have no words… I’m so thankful that we’re safe,” she said. “I’m so sad our house is gone. I wish I could have gone back and got more,’ she continued through tears.
“I didn’t think it would be the last time we would be in our house. I’m so sad for everyone else going through the same thing.”
James Woods
Once Upon A Time in America actor James Woods, 77, shared footage of his LA home being burnt to pieces on social media.
“One day you’re swimming in the pool and the next day it’s all gone,” he told CNN.
Helping his 94-year-old neighbour to safety, he explained: “There was so much chaos, it was like an inferno. Every house was on fire around us.”
Cameron Mathison
General Hospital star Cameron Mathison, 55, issued a heartbreaking statement confirming the loss of his home.
“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.
“Thanks to all who reached out and checked in. Can’t respond to all so wanted to give an update here. Sending so many prayers to everyone being affected by these fires.”
“I’ve been up all night. I can’t sleep. I’ve lost my home and everything that I own. I have this hoodie and a pair of pants and two pairs of sneakers left. That’s it,” the actor also told Good Morning America.
“This was not just a house. This was every single corner and tile and light fixture was picked out over a decade and half we were there.”
Maria Shriver
Maria Shriver, 69, the former First Lady of California and ex-wife of Arnold Schwarzenegger, said that ‘everything was gone’.
“Heartbreaking, devastating, beyond belief. Everything is gone,” she posted alongside a video.
“Our neighbourhood, our restaurants. All our friends have lost everything. We have evacuated, but are safe. But people have lost everything.
“We in this city will put our arms around one another.”
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