The relentless wildfires sweeping through Los Angeles have destroyed homes, displaced thousands, and left a lasting emotional impact on many residents — including some of Hollywood’s most beloved stars.
California’s wildfire seasons have grown increasingly destructive in recent years, with Los Angeles frequently at the center of these devastating events.
Jeff Bridges at the season two premiere of “The Old Man” on September 9, 2024, in Los Angeles, California. | Source: Getty Images
Now, some of the world’s most famous names have seen their homes reduced to ashes or faced last-minute evacuations. From cherished family estates to newly purchased dream homes, celebrities like Jeff Bridges and Jennifer Love Hewitt have all been impacted by these raging infernos.
1. Jeff Bridges
Jeff Bridges experienced a heartbreaking loss when his family’s beloved Malibu property was destroyed during the devastating Los Angeles wildfires.
Jeff Bridges at the 2024 CMA Awards on November 20 in Nashville, Tennessee. | Source: Getty Images
The home, perched on a scenic hillside with sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean, had been in the Bridges family for generations. Initially owned by his parents, the property was passed down to Jeff, his brother Beau Bridges, and their sister.
The fire tore through the iconic Malibu neighborhood, reducing the four-bedroom residence to rubble. While the loss of a property can be replaced, the emotional impact of seeing a family heirloom go up in flames was profound.
Milo Ventimiglia, best known for his role in “This Is Us,” faced a deeply personal tragedy when he and his wife were forced to evacuate their Malibu home as fires approached.
Milo Ventimiglia at the 2024 AFI Fest premiere of “Heretic” on October 24, 2024, in Hollywood, California. | Source: Getty Images
The couple then watched in horror as flames engulfed their property via their home’s security cameras. Ventimiglia reflected on the devastation, sharing how the loss hit him on a profound emotional level.
“You start thinking about all the memories in the different parts of the house and whatnot. […] Your heart just breaks,” the actor said
. To make matters even more emotional, the couple is expecting their first child.
Milo Ventimiglia inspecting the scenes of destruction in his neighborhood after the Los Angeles wildfires. | Source: X/CBS Evening News
They had just finished preparing the nursery for their baby when the fire consumed the house. The loss of their home — and all the items they had lovingly purchased for their baby’s arrival — added another layer of heartbreak.
