Sir Anthony Hopkins, Billy Crystal, John Goodman and Tina Knowles are among the celebrities who have lost their homes in the devastating Los Angeles wildfires.
The fires have claimed at least seven lives and ravaged neighbourhoods.
Los Angeles Fire Department Chief Kristin Crowley described the disaster as “one of the most destructive natural disasters in the history of Los Angeles”.
Among the most destructive is the Pacific Palisades fire, which has torn through almost seven hectares in one of Los Angeles’ most affluent areas, home to dozens of celebrities.
They are among more than 180,000 people who have been evacuated and unsure if their residences still stand.
Dozens of stars have taken to social media to check in with fans after evacuating, with some sharing that their homes have been lost.
These are some of the celebrities who have been affected.
Anthony Hopkins
The Silence of the Lambs star has lost his home in the Pacific Palisades fire.
Video obtained by TMZ shows actor Anthony Hopkins’ home reduced to rubble.
The star has not confirmed the loss on social media.
Tina Knowles
Beyoncé’s mother Tina Knowles revealed she lost her Malibu bungalow to the fires.
“It was my favourite place, my sanctuary, my sacred happy place. Now it is gone,” she wrote on Instagram.
Knowles went on to thank “all the brave men and women in our fire department who risked their lives in dangerous conditions”.
Her message was accompanied by a video of the ocean view from her bungalow, which she took just last weekend on her birthday.
Anna Faris
A representative for actress Anna Faris, best known in the Scary Movie films and The House Bunny, confirmed to PEOPLE her home burned down in the wildfires.
“Anna and her family are safe and very grateful,” the representative told the outlet.
Jeff Bridges
Speaking with TMZ, Jeff Bridges’ rep confirmed the actor’s Malibu home, which he shares with his family, was lost in the Pacific Palisades fire.
The house, on the Pacific Coast Highway, had belonged to the star’s parents and was not a primary residence.
Jennifer Grey
Actress Stella Gregg revealed the house owned by her famous famous mum — Dirty Dancing’s Jennifer Grey — was burnt to the ground.
“Luckily she and Winnie [her dog] are safe. Give your loved ones an extra squeeze today,” she wrote on an Instagram story.
Miles Teller
Photos obtained by Page Six show actor Miles Teller and his wife, Keleigh Teller’s Pacific Palisades home has been completely destroyed.
Neither Miles nor Keleigh have confirmed the loss of their home on social media.
John Goodman
Actor John Goodman’s house in the Pacific Palisades neighbourhood is one of hundreds burned to the ground, according to footage obtained by TMZ.
The house is entirely levelled, with only a blackened swimming pool remaining in the backyard.
Candy Spelling
American author, theatre producer and philanthropist Candy Spelling has told TMZ she lost her Malibu home in the wildfires.
“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.”
Cary Elwes
Cary Elwes, star of The Princess Bride and numerous other films, wrote on Instagram that his family was safe but their home had burned in the Palisades fire.
“Sadly we did lose our home but we are grateful to have survived this truly devastating fire.”
Jhené Aiko
Grammy-nominated R&B singer Jhené Aiko shared the news she lost her home in the wildfires on Instagram.
“My and my children’s home is gone,” she wrote.
“Burned to the ground with all of our things inside. Lord have mercy. Thankful we still have each other.”
Rebel Wilson
Australian actor Rebel Wilson and her wife, Ramona Agruma, live in the Hollywood Hills with their daughter. Their home is believed to be in the line of fire.
On an Instagram story, she revealed her friend had saved her cat from wildfires as they continue to burn.
“Can not believe this,” Wilson said.
Adam Brody and Leighton Meester
Actors Adam Brody and Leighton Meester have reportedly lost their $10 million home in Pacific Palisades.
Video footage by Reuters shows a home reportedly belonging to the couple reduced to a smouldering heap.
The pair were pictured together just days ago, having attended the Golden Globes on Sunday.
Billy Crystal
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Billy Crystal and his wife Janice lost their home of 45 years, the couple confirmed in a statement.
“Janice and I lived in our home since 1979,” Crystal wrote.
“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
In an update posted to her Instagram page, business mogul Paris Hilton confirmed earlier reports that her beachfront home in Malibu had been levelled.
“Sitting with 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.
“This home was where we built so many precious memories.
“It’s where Phoenix took his first steps and where we dreamed of building a lifetime of memories with London.
“While the loss is overwhelming, I’m holding onto gratitude that my family and pets are safe.”
TMZ reported the property was not her main residence.
Ashton Kutcher
As evacuations were carried out across Los Angeles, Ashton Kutcher was spotted aiding firefighting efforts.
The actor and was photographed by BackGrid using a garden hose to water plants around a Pacific Palisades home.
The state fire department has advised well-watered plants tend to be less flammable.
Ricki Lake
TV host and actor Ricki Lake, best known for her role as Tracy Turnblad in the 1988 film Hairspray, lost her home in the fire.
“It’s all gone,” she wrote on social media.
“I can’t believe I am typing these words. This description ‘dream home’ doesn’t suffice. It was our heaven on earth. This loss is immeasurable.”
Jamie Lee Curtis
Actor Jamie Lee Curtis said she has likely lost her home in an update shared to her Instagram.
“My community and possibly my home is on fire,” she wrote.
“My family is safe. Many of my friends will lose their homes. Many other communities as well.”
Eugene Levy
Schitt’s Creek star Eugene Levy’s home was levelled in the blaze.
The actor and comedian earlier spoke to the Los Angeles Times of his evacuation, saying the smoke looked “pretty black and intense” over Temescal Canyon.
“I couldn’t see any flames but the smoke was very dark,” he said.
His son and Schitt’s Creek co-star Dan Levy later wrote in a post to his Instagram Stories: “Heartbroken for my family, friends and the people of LA affected by the catastrophic fires.”
Mandy Moore
Singer Mandy Moore posted to Instagram, saying she had likely lost her Altadena home.
“I am absolutely numb,” she wrote.
“My sweet home. I am devastated and gutted for those who’ve lost so much.”
On Thursday (local time), she revealed the “main part” of their home was “still standing, for now”.
“It’s not livable but mostly intact. We lost Taylor and griffin’s studio with every instrument and piece of equipment they’ve ever owned. We lost our garage and back house,” she wrote.
Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt
The Hills stars Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt lost their property, Pratt’s sister Stephanie confirmed on Instagram.
“How horrible for my sweet little nephews to watch their house disappear like this,” she wrote.
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Earlier, Spencer Pratt had shared on Snapchat that he was watching his home be engulfed by flames through security cameras.
James Woods
In an interview with CNN, actor James Woods broke down in tears over the loss of his Pacific Palisades home.
“One day you’re swimming in the pool and the next day, it’s all gone,” the Once Upon a Time in America actor said.
Speaking through tears, he recalled his partner Sara’s eight-year-old niece had tried to help.
“She came out with her little yeti piggy bank for us to rebuild our house.”
Tens of thousands of Los Angeles residents have been displaced and awaiting word on whether their homes and businesses survived the flames.
Los Angeles Fire Department Chief Kristin Crowley says more than 5,300 structures have been damaged or destroyed in the Pacific Palisades fire.
These numbers are expected to change depending on additional mapping and surveying.
Actor Jamie Lee Curtis has donated $1 million to a relief fund for communities impacted by the fires in the Los Angeles area.
The Oscar winner, in a post on Instagram, said she and her husband Christopher Guest, were starting a fund to “support our great city and state and the great people who live there”.
Curtis said she was in contact with officials “as to where those funds need to be directed for the most impact”.
The actor tearfully appeared on The Tonight Show on Wednesday (local time) and urged people to help communities affected by the fires.
Many celebrities across social media have also thrown their support behind non-profit organisations and shared resources to help people find shelter.
