You might have already heard about the devastating Los Angeles wildfires that are wreaking havoc. The numerous wildfires have caused insurmountable damage to homes and properties. Millions have evacuated the area as the uncontrollable wildfires rage on. The Eaton fire, Palisades fire, Hurst fire, and other blazes have decimated up to 12,000 homes and building complexes. As a result, the affected area and neighborhoods continue to face a collective heartbreak. The devastating ripple effect can be felt throughout the country. Many A-lister celebrities such as Mel Gibson, Paris Hilton, Eugene Levy, and many others have tragically lost their own homes in the fire and are devastated by the loss.
In the wake of the Los Angeles wildfires, many celebrities and billionaires are offering their generous donations. In order to help out the victims, many celebrities and billionaires are using their status and platforms. Here is a list of celebrities and billionaires, who are extending their support to repair the beloved city of Los Angeles as the fires continue to blaze.
The Hilton Hotel Heiress is one of the A-list celebrities who expressed her sorrow over losing her home in the Los Angeles wildfires. Tragically, her home was decimated by the Palisades fire. In spite of all this, Paris wants to help out other victims like herself. Consequently, she launched an emergency fund through her own non-profit, 11:11 Media Impact. She has expressed her gratitude as a total of $100,000 has been collected to help out the victims. Moreover, she plans on matching the additional donations to help out as well.
The Falling Down actor revealed through his social media accounts that will be helping out the Los Angeles wildfire victims via ‘The Douglas Foundation’ established by his late father. He stated in an Instagram post: “My father Kirk and my stepmother have a foundation, and I’ve asked the board to make a contribution that I’m going to match to try and get the ball rolling there.”
Immediately afterward the post, Micheal urged his followers to set aside their political differences and come together to raise funds for the Los Angeles wildfire victims.
Jennifer Garner is one of the first celebrities who immediately leaped into action to lend a hand to the affected victims as the wildfires ripped through California. Furthermore, Jennifer was spotted working with World Central Kitchen to prepare and hand out fresh meals to the evacuees and firefighters, who are working tirelessly to control the Los Angeles wildfires. Jennifer Garner also expressed her sorrows as she shared the loss of a friend to the fires. She stated that she needs time to mourn the loss of her friend and that her passing is a great tragedy. Therefore, Jennifer is doing all she can to prevent others from facing such fatalities. On the whole, she continues to support the relief efforts for the people affected by the fires alongside José Andrés.
Kim Kardashian took to her Instagram to passionately extend her support to the firefighters who are trying to contain the ravenous blazes. Moreover, The Kardashians reality star expressed her support and said: “They get paid almost nothing, risk their lives, some have died, to prove to the community that they have changed and are now first responders. I see them as heroes.” Additionally, Kim made a donation to the Los Angeles Fire Department to help with the relief efforts.
As a mother her heart aches for the children and babies displaced due to the Los Angeles wildfires. Therefore, she plans on making a sizable donation to Baby2Baby, a non-profit, through her Skims brand. Furthermore, she evacuated from her Los Angeles home as the blazes raged on.
The Facebook founder, Meta CEO, and billionaire Mark Zuckerberg, along with his wife Priscilla Zuckerberg, have expressed their support for the wildfire victims. Additionally, they have pledged an undisclosed donation to the relief effort as well.
Meghan Markle being a Californian native immediately extended her support to the devasted community. Always willing to give back to the community, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have made donations to the L.A. wildfire victims and evacuees through their Archewell Foundation. The young Royal couple has also donated children’s items, clothing and other basic necessities to communities affected by the fire. Moreover, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are working closely with José Andrés and the World Central Kitchen to deliver fresh meals.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle opened their home in Santa Barbara to relatives that had to evacuate the area. Despite being only 90 miles away from Palisades fire, the young Royal couple has been spotted helping out locals in the relief effort.
Another Kardashian sister is also stepping up to help those in need. The Kylie Cosmetics founder, and reality star Kylie Jenner along with her star-studded Kardashian family, has made several donations to Disaster Relief Fund and California Fire Foundation Wildfire. She has also donated meals to firefighters who are risking their lives on the frontlines. Furthermore, a new hope is brimming amid the flames as stars such as Kylie Jenner help rebuild lives in Los Angeles.
The Desperate Housewives actress made a generous donation of $1 Million dollar to support the Latino Community Foundation (LCF) and the wildlife recovery fund established by the California Community Foundation. Eva Longoria emptied out her own pantry, donated clothes and other basic essentials to families in need. She also pledged to donate an additional $50,000. Eva Longoria said: “It will support frontline essential workers, farm workers, day laborers, and families impacted by these wildfires”. Lastly, she urged everyone to come together to assist the evacuees and the resilient members of the community.
As the wildfires ravage the state of California, celebrities and billionaires are doing what they can to help out. The generosity, compassion and support for the evacuees, victims and firefighters is contagious. For this reason, everyone is chipping in to rebuild the City of Angels. At Style Spur, we would like to extend our sympathies to the victims of the Los Angeles wildfires. Thus, stay tuned to Style Spur for further relief effort updates!
