Simon Cowell has expressed his condolences and support to those affected by the devastating wildfires sweeping through Los Angeles.
In the wake of catastrophic fires that destroyed numerous homes across California, sustained fires have burned across the region since Tuesday, forcing the evacuation of thousands.
While residents face evacuation orders and strict water restrictions, the fire has already claimed 16 lives and destroyed more than 37,000 acres of land.
Reacting to the disaster via Instagram, the 65-year-old TV mogul, who owns a condo in Malibu, among the affected areas, released an emotional video over the weekend.
“Los Angeles has been my second home for the past 25 years. I am devastated by what I have seen and read. What is happening now is horrific,” he said in his letter. woman.
Keen to contribute help in the wake of the disaster, he pledged: “Like many other people, I want to do something to help. I’ve done some research and will be donating to redcrossla. I’ve added their link in my bio for more information on ways to support. Send me your thoughts My love and prayers to all those affected.
The violent wildfires did not spare celebrity residences, destroying buildings owned by notable figures such as Anthony Hopkins and Paris Hilton.
The catastrophic fires led to mass evacuations, the displacement of thousands and the destruction of more than 1,000 buildings. Paris called this hell on earth, and the disaster has already claimed many lives.
Amidst this chaos, anger is mounting towards “deserving” celebrities as Kim Kardashian faces criticism for wasting vital water resources amid efforts to save burning homes.
Since 2022, residents have been subject to strict water use restrictions, limited to watering gardens twice a week for just eight minutes.
However, in stark contrast, Kim, who resides in her $60 million luxury Oaks home at the center of the fires, was previously penalized for exceeding her water quota by a staggering 232,000 gallons.
One neighbor expressed his disdain to the Mail on Sunday: “These celebrities have a sense of entitlement. Everyone has been asked to cut off the water specifically for this situation, to conserve it to fight fires. They keep irrigating because they can afford the fines.”
Kim has since reportedly adopted water-saving measures.
Public discontent is growing as the wealthy recruit private firefighters at $2,000 an hour to protect their property. Chris Dunn, owner of Covered 6, which provides these services to Hollywood stars, told the media: “My phone has been ringing off the hook. Demand has never been higher.”