Paris Hilton, Tom Hanks and others lose homes as LA fires spread

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In 2025, a series of devastating wildfires ravaged California, leaving behind a trail of destruction that affected several luxury estates, including those belonging to prominent celebrities. As these fires swept through exclusive neighborhoods, the damage to multimillion-dollar properties has garnered widespread media attention.

The fires have underscored the vulnerability of high-profile areas, raising concerns about the safety of homes in fire-prone regions and the preparedness of residents and local authorities in managing such catastrophic events.

Notable figures affected include:

• Mandy Moore: The singer and actress evacuated with her children and pets.

 

 

 

 

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• Paris Hilton: The socialite and entrepreneur's Los Angeles residence was destroyed.

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• Billy Crystal: The veteran actor's home was among those lost in the fires.
• Cary Elwes: The "Princess Bride" actor's residence was destroyed.

 

 

 

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• Eugene Levy: The "Schitt's Creek" star's home was among those lost.
• Leighton Meester and Adam Brody: The couple's home was destroyed in the fires.

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• Ben Affleck: The actor evacuated his Los Angeles property as the fires approached.
• Jamie Lee Curtis: The actress was among those who evacuated their homes.
• Mark Hamill: The "Star Wars" actor evacuated his residence due to the fires.

 

 

 

 

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• James Woods: The actor shared images of the fires and evacuated his home.
• Spencer Pratt and Heidi Montag: The reality TV couple's home was destroyed in the fires.

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• Diane Warren: The renowned songwriter's home was among those lost.

 

 

 

 

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• Jennifer Grey: The "Dirty Dancing" actress's home was destroyed in the fires.
• Anna Faris: The actress's residence was among those lost in the fires.
• Tom Hanks: The actor's home was among those threatened by the fires.
• Steven Spielberg: The filmmaker's residence was among those threatened by the fires.
• Cameron Mathison: The actor's house was destroyed in the fires.

The 2025 wildfires in Los Angeles have become a climate-driven crisis, impacting residents across the city. Driven by higher temperatures, prolonged drought conditions, and shifting weather patterns, these fires have devastated communities, forcing widespread evacuations.

Celebrity homes, along with countless other properties, have been destroyed, while air quality has sharply deteriorated.

As the fires continue to spread, the situation highlights the growing urgency of addressing climate change, with local authorities and residents alike grappling with the severe consequences of this ever-intensifying crisis.