10 Celebrities Who Watched Their Homes Burn in the 2025 Los Angeles Fires
Los Angeles is the land of dreams, being known for its gorgeous palm-tree-lined streets and breathtaking mountain views. But disasters happen even in such paradise, and at the beginning of 2025, the city was devastated by the scary wildfires, which were significantly intensified by the wind.
These fires were monstrous and even though things seem better now, there are still a lot of affected places where firefighter are doing their best to save lives. The cracking sound of flames leaped across the dry brush and into the neighborhoods. The sky looks orange, creating an apocalyptic scene and the smell of smoke is still hanging in the air for miles.
Thousands of people, including some of the most famous names in Hollywood, watched helplessly how their homes were swallowed by the fire. The exact cause of this disaster is still being investigated by the authorities, but officials have blamed the extreme drought conditions, combined with the supersized Santa Ana winds. These winds are dangerous because can carry embers over long distances, sparking new fires far from the original source. The gusts nearing 100 mph contributed to the spread of fires, forcing around 400,000 people to evacuate their homes.
Although natural elements were a major factor, human activity also played a role in the disaster. The growth of urban developments into areas prone to fires raised the chances of extended fires. Furthermore, early reports hint that some of the fires might have resulted from carelessness or even intentional actions, though investigations are still underway to confirm the exact triggers.
10 Hollywood stars who have lost their homes
1. Paris Hilton
Paris Hilton is a reality TV star and a very successful entrepreneur. She gained popularity for her luxurious lifestyle and the hit reality show The Simple Life. She is the great-granddaughter of the Hilton Hotels founder, so this also contributed to her fame. Beyond the glitz and glam, Paris has built an empire, launching fragrances, and fashion lines, and she even had a successful DJ career.
Unfortunately, Paris recently posted a video on her Instagram, showing her fans her home, destroyed by the fire. She wrote an emotional message and she said that it feels overwhelming to see the home she and her family built with so much love and joy, being completely ruined: “This home was where we built so many special memories…”. Even though the star was left broken after the unbelievable situation and the loss of her home, she also let everyone know how grateful she is that her family is safe and alive.
2. Leighton Meester and Adam Brody
These two are a fan-favorite Hollywood couple. Leighton became popular once she played the role of Blair Waldorf in Gossip Girl, while Adam charmed audiences as the lovable Seth Cohen on The O.C. Despite their fame, the couple likes to keep a relatively private life.
Their lavish $6.5 million Los Angeles property completely burned. The couple has been married for 10 years and they share their home with their two children. Unfortunately, there is a shot showing how the property is on fire.
3. Milo Ventimiglia
Milo Ventimiglia is a famous actor best known for his roles in This Is Us and Gilmore Girls. Outside of acting, Milo is a producer and director, also known for his down-to-earth personality.
The actor agreed to return to his burned-out home. Everything was filmed for CBS Evening News. Milo Ventimiglia said that the entire experience feels very heavy. He and his pregnant were forced to see how the fires destroyed their home. However, the actor tries to remain as positive as possible, and he says that as long as his wife and the baby are safe, everything will be fine.
4. Gigi Hadid
Gigi Hadid is a world-renowned supermodel and one of the most recognizable faces in the fashion industry. Her effortless charm is one of her biggest assets. In her career, she worked with a lot of designers and appeared on countless magazine covers. Beyond modeling, Gigi is a devoted mom and likes to keep her life as simple as possible.
Yesterday, the supermodel posted a photo of her burning house, saying that her heart is breaking while having to witness how her childhood room was destroyed.
5. Mel Gibson
Mel Gibson is, by far, one of the most influential figures in Hollywood. His career spans decades, being known for his iconic roles in Lethal Weapon and Mad Max.
After losing his home, the actor said: “It’s kind of devastating. It’s emotional. You know, you lived there for a long time, and you had all your stuff. I’ve been relieved from the burden of my stuff because it’s all in cinders.”
6. Eugene Levy
Eugene Levy is a comedy legend known for his work in the American Pie series and his Emmy-winning role in Schitt’s Creek. Off-screen, Eugene is a devoted family man and often collaborates with his son, Dan Levy, to create funny and unforgettable entertainment.
The comedy actor told the L.A. Times that it was very hard for him to leave the house because he couldn’t see anything from the smoke. However, he and his family managed to evacuate. Hours later, photos confirmed that their house had been destroyed.
7. Anthony Hopkins
Who doesn’t know Anthony Hopkins? He is a legendary actor, admired for his deadpan humor and ability to bring warmth to every character he plays. He earned numerous awards, including multiple Oscars, solidifying his place as one of the greatest actors of all time.
The actor turned 87 at the end of 2024 and moved to his LA house in 2021. Unfortunately, the place where he used to post on TikTok for his fans is now completely gone.
It’s interesting to mention that the star lost another London house in 2000, for the same reasons. It feels like the fire keeps following him. What a nightmare! We send our love to Mr. Hopkins and hope that he and his family are doing fine. Until now, no one from his family has spoken publicly about the event.
8. Miles Teller and Keleigh Teller
Miles Teller is a talented actor and one of his standout performances is in Top Gun: Maverick. His wife, Keleigh Teller, often supports him on red carpets and shares glimpses of their life on social media.
The couple lost their dream home. They bought the house for $7,8 million dollars and now is all gone. A photo posted by Page Six showed the star’s property completely burned to the ground.
9. Bozoma Saint John
Bozoma is a renowned business executive and marketing trailblazer. She has an impressive career spanning top roles at companies like PepsiCo, Apple, Uber, and Netflix, she has redefined how brands connect with audiences. She is often called “Boz” and is one of the most powerful women in business. This is what she wrote on her Instagram after the LA fires:
“This is the house I wanted. The house I prayed for. The house I worked in blood, sweat, and tears for. The house that I put a keypad instead of a keyhole in the front door because I wanted all my family and friends to have a code and use the house whenever they wanted.
This is the house where I found peace after battling with racist neighbors and a community that made me have to buy it in a trust within a trust so no one would know that a widowed, single Black woman with a teenager was buying on the exclusively held beach. This was my EFF YOU I’m here house. The house that I built was a movie room dedicated to my sister so she could see her films in her own sanctuary. This is the house where I finally felt like I could choose to spend time… when I wanted to and how I wanted to.
It is gone.”
10. Tina Knowles
Tina Knowles is more than just Beyonce and Solange’s mom, she is a fashion designer and a huge influencer in pop culture. She is daily celebrated by her fans for her inspiring role as a mother and grandmother.
Tina wrote on Instagram about the loss of her home. She said that she couldn’t believe what was happening and the entire situation felt like a nightmare. She also shared a lot of information on her stories, to help those in need evacuate and find some places to go until they rebuilt their… lives.
Many other celebrities had to evacuate their homes with all of their family members, children, and pets. Some of them are: Chrissy Teigen and John Legend, Marc Maron, Mark Hamill, James Woods, Billy Crystal, Jamie Lee Curtis, and Ricki Lake.
We are incredibly sorry for everyone going through a hard time right now. It must be incredibly hard to see how all of your home and memories completely burn and restart your life.
Stay safe and follow the information shared by the officials!
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