Mel Gibson’s $14.5M Malibu Mansion Burned Down in LA Wildfires/ Newslooks/ WASHINGTON/ J. Mansour/ Morning Edition/ Mel Gibson revealed that his Malibu home was destroyed by the Los Angeles wildfires while he was in Texas recording a podcast with Joe Rogan. Other celebrities, including Mandy Moore, Billy Crystal, and Jeff Bridges, also shared their experiences of loss as wildfires ravage Southern California.
Celebrities’ Wildfire Losses: Quick Looks
- Mel Gibson’s Loss: Gibson’s Malibu home was reduced to ashes; he calls it an emotional burden.
- Mandy Moore’s Update: Moore shared photos of her damaged Altadena home, which is partially intact.
- Billy Crystal’s Statement: Crystal reflected on losing his Pacific Palisades home, where his family built cherished memories.
- Jeff Bridges: The actor lost his family beach home but confirmed his loved ones are safe.
- Ricki Lake’s Heartbreak: Lake mourns the destruction of her Malibu “dream home.”
Mel Gibson’s $14.5M Malibu Mansion Burned Down in LA Wildfires
Deep Look
The Los Angeles wildfires continue to leave devastation in their wake, claiming the homes of several celebrities who have publicly shared their personal losses. Among them is Oscar-winning actor and director Mel Gibson, who revealed his Malibu home was destroyed while he was in Texas recording a podcast with Joe Rogan.
Mel Gibson’s Emotional Reflections
Gibson spoke about his loss during an interview with Elizabeth Vargas Reports, describing the experience as “devastating.” He expressed a mix of sadness and resignation, saying,
“You live there for a long time, and you had all your stuff. Now it’s all in cinders.”
He recalled feeling uneasy during the podcast after learning his neighborhood was ablaze.
Upon returning to California, he found his home completely destroyed. “I have never seen a place so massively burned. You could put it in an urn,” he said.
Mandy Moore: Partial Loss in Altadena
“The main part of our house is still standing… but it’s not livable,” Moore wrote, adding that the garage and backhouse were lost.
Billy Crystal’s Cherished Memories
Billy Crystal and his wife, Janice, lost their Pacific Palisades home of over 40 years. In a heartfelt statement, Crystal described the house as filled with love and memories of raising children and grandchildren.
“We are heartbroken, but with the love of our children and friends, we will get through this,” he said. Crystal also praised the resilience of the Pacific Palisades community, expressing hope that it would rebuild.
Jeff Bridges and Ricki Lake’s Losses
Jeff Bridges lost his family beach home to the wildfires but confirmed through a representative that he and his loved ones are safe.
Ricki Lake, meanwhile, shared her grief on Instagram, calling her Malibu home “heaven on earth.” She described it as the place where she and her husband were married three years ago. “It’s all gone,” Lake wrote, mourning the immeasurable loss.
A Growing List of Losses
These stories join a growing list of celebrity accounts of wildfire devastation. Other notable figures, including Milo Ventimiglia and Paris Hilton, have also shared their losses, highlighting the indiscriminate nature of the destruction across socioeconomic lines.
As Southern California communities continue to grapple with the aftermath, many residents and celebrities alike are focused on rebuilding and supporting those affected.
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