Several celebrities have been affected by the Palisades fire, which blazed through the affluent Pacific Palisades neighborhood in the Santa Monica mountains.
Actor Eugene Levy, known for his role in “Schitt’s Creek,” recounted his experience evacuating the area. He mentioned that the smoke appeared intense over Temescal Canyon, although he couldn't see any flames, just dark smoke.
Actor James Woods shared videos of a house engulfed by the fire two doors down from his residence. He later expressed uncertainty about the fate of his own home, mentioning the devastation of houses on his street, which had been recently renovated.
Actor Steve Guttenberg assisted fire crews by clearing abandoned cars from the road. He described the situation as unprecedented, with burning trees falling on Sunset Boulevard and iconic buildings like the Pierson Playhouse being threatened.
Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr revealed that his mother had to evacuate the Palisades, and a staff member's family home had been lost to the fire. Kerr expressed deep concern over the terrifying reports and images coming from the area.
The Pacific Palisades neighborhood has long been a favorite among celebrities, with residents like Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson. The famous Getty Villa, a museum showcasing relics from Greece and Rome, confirmed its safety from the fire on Tuesday night.