L.A. wildfires Mel Gibson says home lost
Mel Gibson’s Malibu Home Destroyed by Wildfires
Mel Gibson recently revealed that his home in Malibu was destroyed by the Los Angeles wildfires while he was away recording a podcast with Joe Rogan in Austin, Texas. The Oscar-winning actor and director shared the news during a telephone interview with NewsNation’s “Elizabeth Vargas Reports.”
Gibson expressed that he was devastated by the loss of his home, stating, “Obviously, it’s kind of devastating. It’s emotional. You live there for a long time, and you had all your stuff.” He went on to reference comedian George Carlin’s famous bit about “stuff,” acknowledging that all his belongings were now reduced to ashes.
The actor admitted that he was aware of the fire in his neighborhood during the podcast with Rogan and upon returning home, found that his house was no longer standing. Despite the loss, Gibson maintained a sense of humor, joking, “Well at least I haven’t got any of those pesky plumbing problems anymore.”
Gibson revealed that he and his girlfriend had evacuated, with her remaining in California while he traveled to Texas for the podcast. Reflecting on the devastation, he described his destroyed home as “perfectly burned,” comparing it to something that could fit in an urn.
Celebrities Open Up About Losing Their Homes
Gibson is not the only celebrity to have lost their home in the wildfires. Stars like Milo Ventimiglia, Mandy Moore, Billy Crystal, Jeff Bridges, Paris Hilton, and Ricki Lake have also shared their experiences of devastation.
Moore, in an Instagram post, shared that while the main part of her Altadena home is still standing, the garage and back house were lost. Crystal expressed deep sorrow over the loss of his long-time residence, filled with cherished memories.
Bridges’ family beach home was also destroyed by the fires, though he and his loved ones are safe. Lake mourned the loss of her “dream home,” a place filled with memories of her wedding to her husband.
Despite the immense loss, these celebrities are leaning on the support of their loved ones and communities as they navigate the aftermath of the wildfires. The resilience and strength they exhibit in the face of such tragedy are truly inspiring.
