As wildfires rage across Los Angeles, forcing evacuations and causing massive disruptions, celebrities and residents alike step up to navigate the chaos and offer aid while rushing to safety.
- January 8, 2025
AceShowbiz - Wildfires in Los Angeles have created a crisis affecting many, including notable celebrities who call the area home. On Tuesday, January 7, actors Eugene Levy, James Woods, and Steve Guttenberg found themselves in the thick of the emergency, taking distinct actions to ensure safety and aid their community.
Levy, celebrated for his role in "American Pie," was among the residents forced to evacuate his Los Angeles mansion due to a wildfire that has expanded to nearly 3,000 acres.
The Canadian actor recounted his experience to the Los Angeles Times, describing the intense smoke filling the Pacific Palisades neighborhood. "The smoke looked pretty black and intense over Temescal Canyon," said Levy, 78, while trying to navigate through traffic clogged with other fleeing residents.
Despite not seeing the flames, the dire situation necessitated a prompt evacuation.
James Woods, known for his iconic voice role in "Hercules," also faced the fear of losing his home to the advancing blaze. Taking to the social media platform X, Woods shared videos and updates with his followers, revealing the fire's proximity to his property.
"Leaving," the 77-year-old actor tweeted, expressing hope that everyone would get out safely. As the flames neared his backyard and threatened homes on his street, Woods thanked those concerned and confirmed his family's safe evacuation. "I do not know at this moment if our home is still standing, but sadly houses on our little street are not," he disclosed.
Meanwhile, Steve Guttenberg, famous for his roles in "Police Academy" and "Three Men and a Baby," took an active role in aiding his community. Residing in the upscale Pacific Palisades for 30 years, Guttenberg recognized the peril of blocked roadways as hundreds tried to escape.
Speaking to Entertainment Weekly, the actor emphasized the importance of community support. "In a crisis, always remember that you are part of a community," he stated, advocating for able-bodied individuals to help those in need. Guttenberg spent much of the day ensuring fire engines had clear access by moving abandoned vehicles obstructing the way.
The outbreak, which started around 10:30 a.m. local time, soared to 2,921 acres by the evening, fueled by wind gusts up to 60 mph, according to Cal Fire. The cause remains unknown. Nonetheless, the sense of community and mutual aid was palpable as thousands grappled with the uncertainties brought by the inferno.
