The devastating Los Angeles fire tore through the community, leaving countless residents without shelter. While the area is often associated with affluence, many of its inhabitants face uncertain futures, lacking the resources to rebuild from scratch.
Hollywood celebrities have come together to support recovery efforts following the Los Angeles wildfire. Their contributions include hands-on assistance and over $2.5 million in financial aid.
From royal family members to media moguls, musicians, and acclaimed actors, here’s a look at the 13 prominent public figures stepping up to aid the community during this challenging time.
1. Beyoncé
The singer extended her support through her non-profit organization, BeyGOOD, assisting families and community centers in wildfire-affected regions such as Altadena and Pasadena. On January 13, 2025, the organization announced, “Los Angeles, we stand with you. BeyGOOD is taking action by announcing the LA Fire Relief Fund with a donation of 2.5 million dollars [sic].”
The following day, Beyoncé shared her personal sentiments on her Instagram account, “I continue to pray for healing and rebuilding for the families suffering from trauma and loss. We are so blessed to have brave first responders who continue to work tirelessly to protect the Los Angeles community.”
The 43-year-old Texas native’s heartfelt contributions are part of a larger wave of celebrity support for those affected by the wildfires.
2. Meghan Markle and Prince Harry
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have also stepped in by opening their Montecito home to friends and loved ones displaced by the Palisades and Eaton Fires. These wildfires forced over 100,000 residents to evacuate.
Meghan Markle, who has an upcoming Netflix cooking show, and Prince Harry are providing personal assistance while using their Archewell Foundation to support wildfire relief efforts.
Meghan Markle and two unidentified women photographed at a home that was destroyed during the Eaton Fire on January 10, 2025, in Altadena, California. | Source: Getty Images
3. Eva Longoria
Like the royal couple, the television actress also took in some of her friends who had to evacuate from other areas. Eva Longoria expressed deep sorrow for the City of LA on Instagram, lamenting the devastation caused by the fires and the countless lives affected.
“I’m personally matching $50k to @thisisabouthumanity’s efforts to support frontline essential workers, farm workers, day laborers and families impacted by these wildfires,” she wrote.
4. Paris Hilton
Similar to Longoria, the media personality conveyed empathy for those impacted by the natural disaster. Drawing from the loss of her Malibu home, Paris Hilton launched an emergency fund through her non-profit, 11:11 Media Impact, to assist displaced families with young children.
“I am matching the first $100,000 of this fundraiser and personally contributing $100,000 directly to my nonprofit to support,” she revealed on January 11, 2025 on Instagram. In addition to her personal donation, the socialite encouraged others to contribute and join her in making a difference for those in need.
A few days later, Hilton extended her efforts by volunteering at the Pasadena Humane Society, offering care and support to animals displaced by the wildfires.
