Wildfires in Los Angeles have led to the evacuation of many Hollywood stars, such as Mark Hamill, Mandy Moore, and James Woods, from their homes in the Pacific Palisades neighborhood. California firefighters are struggling to contain the wind-whipped fires that are causing destruction and chaos in the area. Roads are congested with tens of thousands of people fleeing, while resources are stretched thin.
The Pacific Palisades neighborhood, known for its celebrity residences, has been engulfed in flames, prompting a frantic evacuation. Celebrities like Mark Hamill took to social media to share their experiences of escaping the fires. The fires struck just days after the glamorous Golden Globes red carpet event, disrupting the awards season festivities.
Celebrities, including Jamie Lee Curtis, Adam Sandler, Ben Affleck, Tom Hanks, and Steven Spielberg, are anxiously waiting to hear if their homes have survived the fires. Mandy Moore expressed her sadness and worry for the destruction in the area. James Woods shared footage of flames near his home and described the emotional toll of evacuating.
The extent of the damage caused by the wildfires is still unclear, with thousands of residents under evacuation orders and numerous structures at risk. The fire has ravaged the popular Temescal Canyon hiking area and parts of the Palisades Charter High School. Events like the Critics Choice Awards have been postponed, and movie premieres have been canceled due to the fires and adverse weather conditions.
Universal Studios Hollywood theme park closed for the day due to smoky and windy conditions, while the J. Paul Getty Trust announced the temporary closure of two of its prestigious museums, the Getty Villa and the Getty Center. These closures are expected to last for the next few days.
In response to the adverse weather conditions, Universal Studios also made the decision to halt the shooting of several series, such as “Hacks,” “Ted Lasso,” and “Suits LA.” The impact of the closures and production halts reverberated across the entertainment industry, with The Walt Disney Co. opting to close its headquarters in Burbank. This closure led to the cancellation of production on various series, including popular shows like “Grey’s Anatomy” and “Doctor Odyssey.”
Additionally, the effects of the weather-related disruptions extended to the late-night talk show scene, as ABC’s “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” was forced to cancel its Wednesday taping. In place of the live show, a repeat episode will be aired to accommodate the unforeseen circumstances.
These production pauses and closures have compounded the challenges faced by the film and television industry in Los Angeles. The premiere of Universal’s highly anticipated film “Wolf Man” had to be canceled, adding to the list of disrupted events. Furthermore, the American Film Institute awards gala, originally scheduled for Friday, has been postponed due to the ongoing disruptions caused by the adverse weather conditions in the region.
