“My heart breaks for this city” – Celebrities Respond to Devastating L.A. Wildfires

LA Fires

January 9, 2025 – Wildfires continue to devastate Los Angeles, and celebrities turn to Instagram to respond to this national crisis.

Multiple fires have broken out across Los Angeles over the past week, ravaging acres of land and forcing 130,000 residents to flee the area according to The Independent.

The fires began in the Pacific Palisades but have since spread to other areas including Eaton and Hurst. More than 7,500 firefighting personnel have been deployed to fight the flames wreaking havoc in California.

Palisades Fire

CNN reports that the Palisades Fire has become the most destructive wildfire in L.A. history. It has destroyed over 1,000 structures, has blazed through more than 17,000 acres of land, and has yet to be contained.

Celebrities Respond to L.A. Wildfires – Billie Eilish, Anya Taylor-Joy, Shawn Mendez

Hollywood grieves for Los Angeles as numerous celebrities take to social media to share their concern and heartache for the city and its citizens.

On Instagram, Billie Eilish shares her disbelief at the destruction caused by the fires. She provides a link to the L.A. Fire Department to keep people updated and safe.

 

@billieeilish

On her Instagram story, Anya Taylor-Joy shares, “My heart breaks for this city and those who have lost their homes.” She implores people to “have go bags ready” and “[l]eave water outside for animals.”

Other celebrities have also reacted to the fires, sharing crucial links and safety information. Shawn Mendes sends love to those who have lost their homes to the flames.

@shawnmendes

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Published by HOLR Magazine

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