Mandy Moore and Family Narrowly Escape LA Wildfires, Lose Home and Community

Actor Mandy Moore recently shared an emotional account on social media after she and her family narrowly escaped the devastating wildfires raging through Los Angeles. The wildfires claimed her home in Altadena, near Pasadena, along with her children’s school and parts of her local community.

Mandy Moore’s Emotional Post

On Wednesday evening, Mandy posted videos showing the fires and smoke engulfing a highway as her family made their escape. “I love you, Altadena. Grateful for my family and pets getting out last night before it was too late (and endless gratitude to friends for taking us in and bringing us clothes and blankets),” she wrote in her heartfelt caption.

She went on to express her grief over the losses suffered by her family and her neighborhood. “Honestly, I’m in shock and feeling numb for all so many have lost, including my family. My children’s school is gone. Our favorite restaurants, leveled. So many friends and loved ones have lost everything too. Our community is broken, but we will be here to rebuild together. Sending love to all affected and to those on the front lines trying to get this under control,” she added.

In her Instagram Stories, Moore revealed her uncertainty about the state of her home, saying, “So gutted for the destruction and loss. Don’t know if our place made it.”

Other Celebrities Affected by LA Wildfires

Mandy Moore is one of several celebrities impacted by the wildfires. Many stars have been forced to evacuate, with some losing their homes and others still uncertain about their properties’ fate.

According to the Associated Press, stars including Mark Hamill, Mandy Moore, and James Woods evacuated their homes. Mandy, Cary Elwes, and Paris Hilton confirmed they lost their homes to the fires.

Other affected celebrities include Adam Brody, Leighton Meester, Fergie, Anna Faris, Anthony Hopkins, and John Goodman. Ben Affleck also evacuated his recently purchased home and sought shelter at ex-wife Jennifer Garner’s residence.

About Mandy Moore

Mandy Moore rose to fame after making her acting debut in Dr. Dolittle 2 in 2001 at just 16 years old. She gained widespread recognition for her lead role in the romantic drama A Walk to Remember (2002) and is beloved for voicing Rapunzel in Disney’s animated musical Tangled (2010).

She was last seen in the 2023 TV series Dr. Death. Mandy has been married to musician Taylor Goldsmith since 2018, and the couple shares three children.

The devastating wildfires have left many in Los Angeles grappling with loss, but celebrities like Mandy Moore continue to inspire hope by pledging to rebuild their communities.