Oscar-winning songwriter Diane Warren is among the stars who have lost their homes in “unprecedented wildfires” raging across Los Angeles. Thousands of firefighters were attempting to contain the original Palisades fire, which has burnt nearly 16,000 acres, and five others across southern California which threaten to destroy more homes and lives as strong winds scattered embers.
The wildfires have seen the city declare a state of emergency, with at least 70,000 people forced to evacuate their homes as the metropolitan area became blanketed in a thick cloud of smoke and ash. Among those affected was music star Warren, who wrote on Instagram: “This is the last pic I took of Leah’s rock from my beach house.
“I’ve had this house for almost 30 years. It looks like it was lost in the fire last night. “There’s a rainbow shining on it which I’m taking as a sign of hope for all creatures who have been affected by this tragedy. “The animals and the rescue ranch are OK tho which is the most important thing. Stay safe everyone.”.
The wildfires were impacting affluent neighbourhoods including Calabasas and Santa Monica, home to a string of A-list celebrities including Mark Hamill, James Woods and Mandy Moore. Hamill said his family were “fleeing for our lives” as they evacuated their home, while Woods said: “It tests your soul, losing everything at once”.
