16 Well-Known Figures Who Opened Up About The Devastating Loss Of Their Homes In The LA Wildfires

Along with his wife, who is nine months pregnant and expecting any moment, Milo Ventimiglia watched in shock as their home was consumed by flames on their security footage. Returning to the charred remains, he shared with CBS Evening News, saying, "You start reflecting on all the memories tied to different corners of the house, and then you see your neighbors' homes affected too, and your heart shatters."

Fans of This Is Us will recall his character, Jack Pearson, perished from smoke inhalation following a house fire. "It’s not lost on me, life imitating art," Milo noted, adding, "The well-being of my wife, baby, and dog are what matter most."

In an Instagram post, Keleigh shared the final photo she took of their home while evacuating, writing in the caption: "💔 snapped this driving out. To everyone who reached out, I can’t thank you enough. Your kind hearts have meant everything, I will never forget them. The community has shown resilience beyond my imagination, Pacific Palisades, I love you endlessly, you are a slice of heaven, and we will return stronger than ever. If you're in the LA area, PLEASE evacuate if you can. I wish I grabbed my wedding dress... wish I had done many things differently, but it doesn’t matter now, stay safe, get out. 🥹🥹💔💔 there are no words. THANK YOU to the first responders fighting."

In an Instagram post, Mandy Moore shared images capturing the destruction, with the caption: "We managed to park and walk up our street to witness the devastation. Miraculously, the main structure of our house is still standing. For now. It’s uninhabitable but mostly intact. Unfortunately, we lost Taylor and Griffin's studio, along with every instrument and piece of equipment they’ve ever owned. Our garage and guest house are gone. Everyone we know has lost everything. Every home on our street is destroyed. My in-laws. My brother and sister-in-law, just six weeks away from welcoming their first baby. Our best friends. I’m feeling an odd sense of survivor's guilt."

In a story shared on Instagram, Bryan posted a video of the wreckage. 'It was all a dream. Grateful the family is safe. A big thank you to all the firefighters putting their lives on the line. Stay safe,' he wrote.

In an Instagram post, Tina Knowles, the mother of Beyoncé and Solange, posted a video showing dolphins swimming in the ocean. 'This was the view from my little bungalow by the water in Malibu this past weekend for my birthday!' she wrote. 'It was my favorite place, my sanctuary, my sacred Happy Place. Now, it's gone! God bless the brave men and women of our fire department who risked their lives in perilous conditions. We thank you for your dedication and courage, and for saving so many lives.'

While in Austin, his house was engulfed in flames. Mel shared with NewsNation’s Elizabeth Vargas Reports, "Obviously, it's devastating. It's emotional. After living there for so long, with all of your belongings... I've never seen a place burn so completely. It could fit right into an urn."

Fortunately, his family and chickens managed to evacuate safely in his absence. "The silver lining is that my loved ones and family are safe, healthy, and out of harm’s way. That’s all that truly matters to me."

On TikTok, Spencer captured the rapid spread of the fires through the hills and the couple's return to their home's charred remains. Heidi shared a TikTok update to reassure everyone they were safe, expressing her gratitude for the well-wishes and prayers. She then became emotional, saying, "There are just... no words."

She shared on Instagram the heartbreaking news of her home's destruction. "My children and I have lost everything, our home burned down with all of our belongings inside. Lord have mercy. I’m grateful we still have each other... but we’re starting from scratch. My heart is so heavy."

Candy, mother to Tori Spelling and widow of late producer Aaron Spelling, confirmed the heartbreaking loss of her Malibu home on PCH. "I'm still in shock, processing this immense loss for our family. I am so grateful for the beautiful memories it holds. It was a true gift," she told TMZ, adding that Aaron had loved the house deeply.

On Instagram, she shared several photos of her cherished home. "It’s all gone. 💔," she wrote. "I can hardly believe I’m typing these words. After a brave and heroic attempt by our friend @kirbykotler_, Ross and I have lost our dream home. Calling it a 'dream home' doesn’t do it justice. It was our sanctuary, where we had planned to grow old together. We never took for granted our heavenly spot on the bluff overlooking Malibu. I shared our breathtaking sunset 🌅 views with all of you nearly every day. This loss is beyond measure. It was also where we married three years ago. My heart grieves alongside those affected by this apocalyptic disaster."

She shared on Instagram, "This is the last photo I took of Leah's rock from my beach house," referring to her late friend Leah. "I’ve had this home for nearly 30 years. It appears it was lost in the fire last night. A rainbow shines on it, and I see it as a symbol of hope for all the beings affected by this disaster. The animals and the rescue ranch are safe, which is what matters most. Stay safe, everyone.❤️💔"

The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star posted images and videos of her home on Instagram. "This is the house I envisioned. The one I prayed for. The one I dedicated myself to, working tirelessly for," she shared. "I even installed a keypad on the front door instead of a traditional keyhole so my family and friends could use the code and visit anytime they wanted. This was the place where I found peace after facing hostility from racist neighbors and a community that forced me to purchase it through a trust within a trust, so no one would know that a widowed, single Black woman with a teenage child was buying property in this exclusive beach area. It was a place where I finally felt free to decide how and when I spent my time. And now it’s gone."

Although the actor did not release a personal statement, her representative spoke on her behalf, as reported by Hollywood Reporter: "Anna and her family are safe and expressing gratitude."

Billy shared a statement with CNN confirming the destruction of his home. "Words cannot express the scale of the devastation we are witnessing and enduring," he remarked. "We feel for our friends and neighbors who have lost their homes and businesses in this catastrophe. Janice and I have lived in this house since 1979, raising our children and grandchildren here. Every corner of our home was filled with love. Beautiful memories that can never be erased. We're heartbroken, of course, but with the support of our children and friends, we will pull through."

In an Instagram post, the Princess Bride and Stranger Things actor confirmed his family was safe. "Sadly, we did lose our home, but we are thankful to have survived this devastating fire," he wrote. "Our hearts go out to all the families affected by this tragedy, and we extend our gratitude to the firefighters, first responders, and law enforcement who have worked tirelessly through the night and continue to do so."

In an Instagram post, she shared a clip from ABC News showcasing the devastation. "Heartbroken beyond words.💔," she captioned it. "Sitting with my family, watching the news, and seeing our home in Malibu burn to the ground on live TV is a nightmare no one should ever endure.😢 This was the place where we created countless precious memories. It’s where Phoenix took his first steps and where we dreamed of building a future with London.🥹
Although the grief is overwhelming, I’m holding onto the gratitude that my family and pets are safe."

In a follow-up tweet, she posted a video walking through the wreckage of her home. "To everyone who has sent love, prayers, and kindness—you’ve reminded me that even amidst the ashes, there is still beauty in this world. Thank you from the depths of my heart. And to anyone experiencing this loss, please know that you are not alone. We are in this together. We will rebuild, heal, and rise stronger than ever."