Miley Cyrus shares her thoughts, Duchess Meghan postpones show due to LA fires, Grammys will still take place
The fight against the devastating wildfires in Southern California persisted on Monday, with more celebrities voicing their concerns about the destruction and announcing their support for the recovery efforts.
Three wildfires are still active in California, notably the Pacific Palisades Fire, which is 13% under control and marks the most damaging fire in Los Angeles history. So far, at least 24 lives have been lost, according to the Los Angeles County medical examiner.
In the past few days, additional celebrities have confirmed the loss of their homes due to the wildfires, joining others like Billy Crystal and Paris Hilton who previously spoke about their experiences. Those not directly affected have stepped up to donate to organizations aiding in the response and have encouraged their followers to contribute as well.
Grammys will proceed with fundraising for relief efforts; Oscar nominations postponed
The 2025 Grammy Awards are set to take place on February 2 in Los Angeles, as confirmed by Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason Jr. and board chair Tammy Hurt in a letter sent to members on Monday, which was obtained by YSL News.
However, the show will take on a new mission: to raise additional funds for wildfire relief efforts and to honor the bravery of first responders who risk their lives for others, as outlined in the letter.
In a related note, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has postponed the announcement of the 2025 Oscar nominations to January 23, after initially changing the date to January 19. The period for nominations voting has been extended to January 17, and the traditional Oscar nominees luncheon has been canceled.
“We are all shocked by the fires’ impact and the immense losses faced by so many in our community,” stated Academy CEO Bill Kramer and President Janet Yang.
“The Academy has always aimed to unite the film industry, and we remain committed to supporting one another during these challenging times.”
Ricki Lake shares footage of ‘what remains of our home’
Ricki Lake, who earlier mentioned she lost her “dream home” in the fires, posted an Instagram video on Sunday depicting “what remains of our home and garden from the courtyard.”
The “Hairspray” star expressed disbelief that “the Palm trees survived,” and noted that “the sound of the birds chirping warms my broken heart.”
Iron Maiden’s Adrian Smith and Joshua Jackson also lose homes in the fires
Adrian Smith, the Iron Maiden guitarist, had his wife Nathalie confirm through Instagram that the couple lost their Malibu home and shared images of their “last sunset” there.
“We are safe,” she conveyed. “We have each other. We will start over.”
Actor Joshua Jackson also confirmed to YSL News that his childhood home in Los Angeles was destroyed in the flames.
“Most importantly, all my loved ones affected by the fire are okay,” Jackson expressed. “My daughter, my family, and my neighbors all made it out safely.”
Eva Longoria says her ‘house is filled’ with friends who evacuated
Eva Longoria shared in an Instagram video that she had to evacuate due to the fires and currently has “many friends at my house who had to evacuate from other areas, so my house is full.”
She also mentioned that she has “literally emptied my pantry” to donate food and will contribute $50,000 to This Is About Humanity to support “frontline essential workers and families affected by the fires.”
The Game offers assistance to LA firefighters during relief efforts
The Game stated on Instagram that he and his team have been helping firefighters in the Los Angeles area “in any way I can to make their days a little easier.”
“We went out this morning with blankets, pillows, coffee, bananas, water, and anything we could bring to support these firefighters,” he explained.
The rapper noted, “They kept thanking me for my presence… but in my mind I’m thinking, ‘No, THANK YOU !!!’ for undertaking the unimaginable during such a terrifying and distressing time.”
Ashley Tisdale on LA relief efforts: ‘I’m committed for the long haul’
Ashley Tisdale posted on her Instagram story that she left Los Angeles “for a pre-scheduled work trip” and noted that it “feels strange to be engaging in something normal when this past week has been anything but normal for our city.”
The “High School Musical” star mentioned that she has been contributing to relief efforts and has “started to grasp the extent of the need for assistance.”
“Recovery will take a long time, and we all need to support both our friends and strangers,” she said. “Let’s do what we can to help people stand on their feet once again. I’m committed for the long haul. Love you, LA.”
Duchess Meghan postpones Netflix show due to the LA fires
On Sunday, Netflix announced that the debut of Duchess Meghan’s new show “With Love, Meghan” has been rescheduled from January 15 to March 4 because of the wildfires in Los Angeles. This choice was made “at the request of Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, with Netflix’s full support,” the streaming service stated.
“I’m grateful to my partners at Netflix for agreeing to delay the launch, as we concentrate on the needs of those affected by the wildfires in my home state of California,” Duchess Meghan remarked.
Deon Cole evacuates home shortly after hospital: ‘A nightmare’
Comedian Deon Cole shared on Instagram that he was having a “challenging” day after leaving the hospital, returning home, only to have to evacuate due to the fires.
“As I drove away, I saw the flames rising behind my house. It’s a nightmare!!!” he wrote. “I still have the flowers my mother gave me before she passed, though.”
Cole had previously shared a photo from his hospital bed, which he posted on his 53rd birthday. He did not disclose details about his illness.
Miley Cyrus reflects on her own experience of losing a home in a fire in 2018
In a post on X, Miley Cyrus expressed her support for those suffering from the Los Angeles fires and reminisced about losing her own home in a wildfire in 2018.
“It’s a memory you never forget,” she wrote. “Approaching the door you would pass through every day, excited to be welcomed by your loved ones, only to be confronted with ashes and rubble. My heart goes out to those experiencing this devastation first-hand, and I cry for my city.”
She continued, “It’s truly heartbreaking. Los Angeles embodies ‘living the dream,’ yet the current reality is one of devastation and ruin.”
Contributing: Trevor Hughes, Susan Miller, and John Bacon