Wildfires have ravaged Southern California, claiming the homes of numerous celebrities, including Billy Crystal, Mandy Moore, and Paris Hilton. The blazes have also led to widespread disruptions of entertainment events, with several awards ceremonies being postponed. Tens of thousands of Angelenos are displaced, awaiting news on the fate of their homes. More than 1,900 structures have been destroyed, and the number is expected to rise.
Over 130,000 people are under evacuation orders in the metropolitan area, extending from the Pacific Coast inland to Pasadena. The fires have scorched areas close to iconic Hollywood landmarks like the Walk of Fame, TCL Chinese Theatre, and the Hollywood Bowl. A fire in the Hollywood Hills threatened the famed Hollywood Bowl and Dolby Theatre, home of the Academy Awards. Celebrities who have lost homes in the fires expressed their heartbreak and shared their experiences on social media. The Academy Awards voting window has been extended to accommodate members affected by the fires.