More and more stars are speaking out about the damage caused by the Los Angeles wildfires and the recovery.
On Friday, Zooey Deschanel opened up about losing her childhood home in Palisades, California. Zooey mourned her home “filled with countless wonderful memories” in a series of Instagram photos featuring her sister, Bones star Emily Deschanel.
The Palisades and Eaton fires, the largest fires in Los Angeles County, have burned more than 37,000 acres as of January 16th. At least 27 people died, according to the Los Angeles County Coroner’s Office. The fire destroyed more than 10,600 structures and damaged more than 1,400 homes, businesses and cabins, Cal Fire reported.
The Eaton Fire is now the fifth deadliest and second most destructive fire in the state, and the Palisades Fire is the fourth most destructive, according to the bureau’s report.
Zooey Deschanel pays tribute to her and Emily Deschanel’s childhood home: ‘Vanished into thin air’
“It was one of the oldest houses in the Palisades, and it was amazingly beautiful. It wasn’t a mansion, but it was cozy and nice and unique and perfect for me,” Zooey said before and after the house burned down. attached a caption to the photo. Both sisters can be seen snacking in the kitchen or garden, or posing with their parents in front of the front arch.
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“We celebrated the best moments of our lives there,” the “New Girl” star continued. “The family photos that lined the hallways, the artwork, the piano I learned to play, the wedding china, the furniture my great-grandfather made…all the reminders of generations past, all gone into thin air. Ta.”
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She acknowledged, “We know we are not alone,” and thanked firefighters, friends and the broader Los Angeles community. “To all the strangers who have lifted our hearts with their kind acts. You are the true meaning of community. Thank you for showing us the goodness in your hearts. That is what we You have no idea how much it means to me.”
Zooey immediately acknowledged that Friday was her birthday and asked her followers to support the Los Angeles Fire and Rescue Association (Baby2Baby) in her honor.
In a comment, her fiancé, “Property Brothers” star Jonathan Scott, promised to help restore the house in any way possible. Scott is a well-known construction contractor and interior designer.
“I have so many fond memories. It’s really heartbreaking,” he said. “Please know that I will do whatever it takes to restore the original beauty to the best of my ability. There is no substitute for the beauty and history of the original home. But that is why we It’s the best way to respect that.”
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Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco provide food to Los Angeles fire first responders
Couples who volunteer together stay together. Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco are giving back to Los Angeles first responders who help fight fires in the city.
The newly engaged couple was seen opening packages and handing out food from various companies on their respective Instagram Stories on Thursday, according to screenshots and videos shared by People and E! I posted a photo of it. news.
They thanked state employees and other first responders and were incredibly courteous.
According to People magazine, Blanco added that he plans to continue to help, writing, “We’re giving more!!! If you’re a company that would like to donate, DM us!!! Thank you to everyone who participated. We would like to express our gratitude once again to these companies.”
Spotify cancels Grammy Week Best New Artist award party, pledges $5 million to fire relief efforts
Spotify has canceled its main Grammy Awards week, including its annual Songwriter of the Year and Best New Artist parties, due to the Los Angeles fires.
According to a Thursday release on its website, the streaming service announced that in lieu of the event it would “direct funds to support efforts to reach local fans and charities,” but the party’s vendors It is said that compensation will continue to be paid.
The company announced it will donate a total of $5 million to MusiCares, FireAid, and GoFundMe pages for artists and musicians affected by the fires. Spotify added that it will also promote relief efforts on its platform, including through free advertising.
Contributor: Dinah Voyles Pulver, USA TODAY