The 2025 Critics Choice Awards have been postponed due to the devastating wildfires in Southern California, PEOPLE has confirmed. The ceremony was originally planned to be hosted by Chelsea Handler on Sunday, January 12 at the Barker Hangar in Santa Monica. However, in light of the ongoing crisis, a new date has been set for Sunday, January 26, still at the Barker Hangar. The event will be broadcast live on E! and streamed on Peacock the following day.
Critics Choice Association CEO Joey Berlin expressed his sympathies in a statement, acknowledging the profound impact the wildfires have had on the community. “This unfolding tragedy has already had a profound impact on our community. All our thoughts and prayers are with those battling the devastating fires and with all who have been affected,” he said.
As of Wednesday, January 8, two fatalities have been reported in the Eaton Fire, according to L.A. County Fire Department Chief Anthony C. Marrone as reported by CBS News and NBC News. CalFire has noted that five separate wildfires were burning in the Los Angeles area as of January 8, with over 30,000 residents evacuated from the Pacific Palisades and surrounding areas by the afternoon of January 7.
This week, the SAG Awards opted to cancel its live, in-person nominations announcement, and several L.A. film premieres, including those for movies like “Unstoppable” and “The Last Showgirl,” were also canceled out of an abundance of caution. Numerous celebrities and actors have taken to social media to express their concerns for their homes, neighbors, and others impacted by the wildfires.
Jamie Lee Curtis reassured her followers that her family was safe on the morning of January 8, though she mentioned the possibility of her home being affected by the fires. Similarly, Mark Hamill shared on Instagram that he and his wife Marilou had evacuated their Malibu residence and were staying with their daughter Chelsea in Hollywood. Hamill described the situation as the “most horrific fires since ’93.”
Celebrities such as Adrien Brody and Clark Gregg have posted photos from the fires on Instagram. Brody, 51, sent prayers and gratitude to the first responders and those affected by the devastating moment in his post, while Gregg, 62, shared an aerial photo of Los Angeles with the caption “Speechless.”
The unfolding situation in Southern California has prompted the entertainment industry to adapt and respond to the crisis with caution and empathy. As the region continues to battle the wildfires, efforts are being made to support those affected and prioritize the safety and well-being of all residents. Stay tuned for further updates on the evolving situation.
[Original article reference: People]
