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    Hollywood Unites in the Face of California’s Devastating Wildfires

    Khushboo MalhotraBy Khushboo MalhotraJanuary 19, 2025
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    California’s wildfires have reached catastrophic levels, with the Eaton and Palisades Fires alone scorching over 38,000 acres and leaving a devastating toll of at least 27 lives lost, 200,000 evacuations, and more than 12,401 structures destroyed (updated till January 17). These fires, among the most destructive in the state’s history, have ravaged communities, including affluent neighborhoods in Pacific Palisades and Altadena, displacing thousands and causing billions in damages. As containment efforts struggle against strong Santa Ana winds, the crisis continues to escalate, demanding urgent action.

    In response, Hollywood’s biggest stars and industry leaders are stepping up to provide hope amid the devastation. From multi-million-dollar donations to on-the-ground volunteer efforts, celebrities across film, music, and sports are rallying together to support relief initiatives, rebuild communities, and aid displaced residents. With the entertainment capital itself under siege, this unified front highlights the resilience and compassion of both the famous and everyday Angelenos working tirelessly to combat this unprecedented tragedy.

    Here’s a growing list of musicians, celebrities and entertainment companies stepping up to support their community during the devastating Los Angeles wildfires. We’ll keep updating this list as more join the cause!


    Beyoncé

    Beyoncé’s BeyGOOD Foundation has pledged $2.5 million to the L.A. Fire Relief Fund to support families in Altadena and Pasadena affected by the devastating wildfires. The donation will also aid local churches and community centers assisting displaced residents. Her mother, Tina Knowles, revealed she lost her Malibu sanctuary in the fires, describing it as her “sacred Happy Place.” She shared, “Now it is gone !!” alongside a heartbreaking video of the view she cherished.

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    Selena Gomez

    Selena Gomez made a generous $5 million donation to the Southern California Wildfire Relief Fund, one of the largest contributions to date, as confirmed by Direct Relief CEO Thomas Tighe. On January 16, she was seen volunteering by helping distribute sandwiches to displaced victims. “Grateful for these individuals,” she wrote in one of the Instagram Stories posted on her account, featuring police officers assisting in relief efforts.

    Selena Gomez helps passing out food to victims of the Los Angeles fires. pic.twitter.com/41DqL6l2Nn

    — Pop Base (@PopBase) January 16, 2025

    Her brand, Rare Beauty, also announced its support via Instagram, stating, “We have spent the last few days focused on ensuring the safety of our Los Angeles team and friends who have been impacted, and we are working with local organizations on additional product donations and volunteering efforts.” They also expressed gratitude to “firefighters, first responders, volunteers, and organizations… for your bravery, selflessness, and commitment.”

    The brand further stated that they assembled emergency care kits for evacuation centers and donated to the Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation and World Central Kitchen, both providing immediate aid. They also continue supporting the Rare Impact Fund’s non-profit partners to provide mental health resources for young people.

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    Taylor Swift

    Taylor Swift urged fans to support California wildfires victims, sharing a list of organizations she personally donated to. “As so many people embark on some of the most challenging times of their lives, there are also many amazing organizations and groups banding together to help these communities rebuild,” she said on her Instagram story. Swift called the devastation “heartbreaking to see” and encouraged donations to groups like 211 LA, Greater Los Angeles Education Foundation, Los Angeles Regional Food Bank, and MusiCares.

    Taylor Swift shares organizations people can donate to in support of the California wildfires victims, which she has also donated to herself:

    “As so many people embark on some of the most challenging times of their lives, there are also many amazing organizations and groups… pic.twitter.com/5hoZZALNo2

    — Pop Base (@PopBase) January 16, 2025

    Jamie Lee Curtis

    Jamie Lee Curtis and her husband, Christopher Guest, pledged $1 million to wildfire relief through their foundation after fearing for their Santa Monica home, which was ultimately spared. As an American Red Cross ambassador, Curtis also appeared on on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on Wednesday night, where she urged the viewers to “do anything you can” to help people: “Give blood, donate, whatever you can do, animal shelters.”

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    Alejandro Fernández

    Singer Alejandro Fernández showed his support for those impacted by the LA wildfires by donating to the Los Angeles Fire Department and the Al Wildfire Relief Fund 2025. On January 10, he expressed his solidarity on social media, saying, “It breaks my heart to see the situation: the fires, the loss of life and property, the suffering… Today, I made a donation to help those impacted and to support the firefighters risking their lives to combat this fire.”

    He added, “In times like this, we show our strength in our sense of community. This is why if you can and want to help, your help is invaluable to groups and people risking their lives.”

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    Paris Hilton

    Paris Hilton launched an emergency fund through her nonprofit, 11:11 Media Impact, to support families displaced by the L.A. wildfires. Hilton donated $100,000 and pledged to match additional contributions up to $100,000. Her nonprofit has so far raised $800,000 for the relief efforts, and on Tuesday, she pledged a $150,000 grant to GoFundMe to provide immediate cash assistance to 150 displaced Altadena families.

    “My heart is with everyone impacted by the devastating fires here in LA,” she wrote on Instagram. “While I’ve lost my Malibu home, my thoughts are with the countless families who have lost so much more… their homes and sense of stability.” The singer and entrepreneur added, “As a mom, I can’t imagine the pain and fear of not having a safe place for your babies.”

    Partnering with Baby2Baby and Sean Penn’s CORE, Hilton is providing critical on-the-ground aid, including essentials for evacuation centers, temporary housing, hotel stays for families with young children, aid to local animal shelters, and direct cash assistance to displaced families. “Every dollar makes a difference,” she urged, encouraging others to join her efforts.

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    Sharon Stone and Halle Berry

    Actress Sharon Stone transformed a Beverly Boulevard boutique, +COOP, into a donation hub for those displaced by the wildfires, and urged her followers to contribute clothing and supplies. She has also opened her home to displaced families, stating, “We’re setting up beds and making room in the house… We’re loading up trucks and delivering everything we can to the Coop.”

    Berry echoed the support, posting, “I’m packing up my entire closet and heading over to the COOP!… This is something we can do right now, today, to help all the displaced families.” Showing their support, Uber has also partnered with +COOP to deliver the donations across Los Angeles.

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    Jennifer Garner

    Actress Jennifer Garner partnered with renowned chef José Andrés’ World Central Kitchen to provide meals for displaced families, expressing a deep personal connection to the devastation as she lost a close friend in the wildfires. “My heart bleeds for my friends,” Garner shared. “I can think of 100 families, and there are 5,000 homes lost. I could — without even [thinking] — just write out a list of 100 friends who lost their homes.”

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    Eva Longoria

    Actress Eva Longoria donated $50,000 to support frontline workers and families affected by the L.A. wildfires. “My heart breaks for the City of LA and the devastating fires… I’m personally matching $50k to @thisisabouthumanity’s efforts to support essential workers, farm workers, day laborers, and families impacted by these wildfires,” she shared. She also encouraged others to contribute, adding, “Share, repost or donate if you can. Link in bio??.”

    Longoria further announced she would donate $1 million from a $50 million award she received from Amazon’s Jeff Bezos to aid L.A. fire recovery last year. On January 16, Eva joined NDLON team and brought WCK-prepared nourishing meals to frontline crews working tirelessly in Altadena.

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    Leonardo DiCaprio

    On Wednesday, Actor Leonardo DiCaprio announced on Instagram that he is pledging $1 million through his conservation organization, Re:wild, to aid in urgent relief and post-fire recovery efforts. “Initial aid will immediately benefit the LA Fire Department Foundation, California Fire Foundation, World Central Kitchen, California Community Foundation, Pasadena Humane Society, and SoCal Fire Fund — organizations on the frontlines providing much-needed resources to our first responders and firefighters, and the people, animals and communities who need it most,” he added.

    Jennifer Love Hewitt

    Jennifer Love Hewitt is stepping up for her beloved city amid the devastating LA wildfires. Partnering with BFFs and Babes and Baby2Baby, she launched her Love Angeles merchandise, raising $35K so far for fire victims. All proceeds go to Baby2Baby, which provides essentials like diapers, food, formula, and water to children affected by the fires.

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    Jennifer Lopez

    On January 12, Jennifer Lopez shared a heartfelt message on Instagram addressing the devastating Los Angeles wildfires. “My heart goes out to everyone affected… especially for children who’ve lost their homes and sense of security,” she wrote. Reflecting on her own childhood, she added, “The Boys and Girls Club of America was where I found solace and refuge… a place where kids can feel safe, cared for, and empowered.” Lopez urged followers to visit the link in her bio to find resources or connect with local clubs, promising, “Together, we’ll rebuild stronger.”

    Marketing firm The A List later confirmed that Lopez made a “generous donation” to the L.A. Schools’ Education Foundation and the Pasadena Education Foundation. “OMG @jlo thank you,” they shared in an Instagram Story. “Beyond grateful for your generous donation!”

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    Pete Davidson

    Comedian Pete Davidson and sustainable sock brand Doublesoul donated 10,000 pairs of socks to first responders and individuals displaced by the natural disaster. “We’ve all seen the heartbreaking images coming out of Los Angeles,” said Davidson, the brand’s creative director, in a press statement. “As someone who deeply admires the courage and dedication of firefighters, this is a small way to show our gratitude to these heroes on the front lines and offer relief to those whose lives have been turned upside down.”

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    Gwyneth Paltrow

    Gwyneth Paltrow announced via Goop’s Instagram that the brand has donated over $2 million in products to charities like Baby2Baby, Altadena Girls, and other local nonprofits. “With the support of our Brentwood store team, we are distributing care packages of beauty and skin products to Goop clients directly affected by the fires,” she shared.

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    Kylie Jenner

    Kylie Jenner announced an unspecified donation to the California Fire Foundation Wildfire & Disaster Relief Fund to support wildfire recovery efforts. Her brand, Kylie Cosmetics, further shared on Instagram their devastation over the LA wildfires, pledging donations to multiple relief organizations, by providing skincare, body, hair, and makeup products to Baby2Baby and the Altadena Girls Fire Recovery initiatives.

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    Angelina Jolie

    Angelina Jolie was spotted volunteering with her son Knox and daughter Shiloh, loading groceries for families displaced by the wildfires. Speaking to a reporter, she shared, “I will [make donations, but] right now I’m focused on taking care of people close to me and having them at my [Los Feliz] house.”

    Credit: Shiloh Jolie-Pitt and Knox Leon Jolie-Pitt stock up on water and supplies in Los Feliz to support those affected by the Palisades Fire [Twitter]

    Meghan Markle and Prince Harry

    Meghan Markle and Prince Harry lent a helping hand at evacuation centers, donating money, essentials, serving food, and urging others to support wildfire relief efforts. “Some families have lost everything. Please consider donating clothes, toys, children’s items, and other necessities. The American Red Cross is on the ground helping those in need,” they shared, even offering their home for shelter.

    Zayn Malik

    Global pop icon Zayn Malik donated an undisclosed amount to Pasadena Humane and the Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation. He has also been actively sharing donation links to various charities and NGOs on his Instagram stories, including Baby2Baby organization, which supports children and families affected by the LA fires.

    Zayn Malik has posted and donated money to “Pasadena Humane” and “Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation” ???? pic.twitter.com/4FNdgcFBLK

    — Zayn Malik Updates (@ZaynReport) January 14, 2025

    Metallica

    Metallica’s foundation, All Within My Hands, has pledged $500,000 to aid LA wildfires recovery efforts. The funds will support the California Community Foundation’s Wildfire Recovery Fund and the Pasadena Community Foundation’s Eaton Canyon Fire Relief and Recovery Fund. “Numbers cannot articulate the magnitude of anguish as the disaster upends families and dismantles livelihoods,” the band said in a statement.

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    Doja Cat

    Doja Cat partnered with the American Red Cross to launch a special merch line, with 100% of proceeds aiding California wildfire relief. “Please help me and @americanredcross support my beautiful state of California,” she shared on Instagram, unveiling the designs on Instagram.

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    Maná

    The Mexican rock band shared a list of organizations via Instagram that they will be donating to and supporting: Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation, World Central Kitchen, and the Pasadena Community Job Center.

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    Ice Nine

    Ice Nine has launched the “Heed the Call For California” fundraiser, with all proceeds benefiting the California Fire Foundation Wildlife & Disaster Relief Fund. The fundraiser features a black T-shirt with Ghostface from Scream dressed as a firefighter, complete with an axe, and the band’s name and fundraiser title in bold red horror script beneath a palm tree sunset. The $45 shirt is available for pre-order, with shipments expected in late February.

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    The Eagles

    The Eagles have pledged $2.5 million to FireAid, a benefit concert on January 30 at Intuit Dome for Los Angeles fire victims. The event, produced by the Irving Azoff family with Live Nation and AEG Presents, will support rebuilding Los Angeles infrastructure, assist displaced families, and fund fire prevention efforts.

    Credit: TMZ Poster via X

    Freedie Freeman

    Freeman and his wife Chelsea are donating $100,000 each to the Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation, the Pasadena Fire Department and the Salvation Army. Chelsea also announced she will match donations to Pasadena Humane, which is caring for pets impacted by the fires.

    Hailee Bieber

    Hailey Bieber’s company, Rhode, has pledged 1% of all sales through January and February to support LA wildfire relief efforts. In addition, she donated $1 million through the Rhode Futures Foundation to help local organizations providing emergency aid to displaced families. “The LA wildfires have deeply affected our community… making this commitment more timely than ever,” Hailey shared on Instagram, emphasizing her brand’s mission to dismantle barriers for women.

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    Corporate Contributions

    Major music groups and entertainment companies and some LA-based brands have joined the L.A. wildfires relief efforts, with key players stepping up to contribute to the cause.

    The Recording Academy and MusiCares

    The Recording Academy and MusiCares have launched the Los Angeles Fire Relief Effort to support music professionals impacted by the crisis, making a combined pledge of $1 million to kick off the efforts. They’re offering immediate assistance, including up to $1,500 in financial aid and $500 in food vouchers, for industry workers with over five years of experience.

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    ASCAP

    ASCAP has pledged $1 million to support Los Angeles-based songwriters and composers who have lost or damaged their homes or studios or faced evacuations due to the LA fires.

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    Amazon Music

    Amazon has pledged $10 million, sourced from Amazon Music, Prime Video, MGM Studios, Ring, and Whole Foods. The donation benefits multiple organizations, including the American Red Cross, FireAid, MusiCares, World Central Kitchen, Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation, Habitat for Los Angeles Wildfire Fund, Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce Small Business Relief/Recovery Fund, and others, as detailed on the company’s blog.

    NFL

    The NFL is supporting wildfire relief by selling Rams and Chargers hats and shirts, with proceeds benefiting the LAFD Foundation. Additionally, 50% of the Rams’ 50/50 Raffle from Monday’s game will be donated to both the LAFD Foundation and the American Red Cross. The league is also contributing $5 million to the relief efforts, with donations from the Los Angeles Chargers, Rams, Minnesota Vikings, Houston Texans, and NFL Foundation.

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    Sony Music

    Sony has committed $5 million for wildfire relief, directing funds to support first responders, community recovery, rebuilding efforts, and employee assistance programs.

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    Discogs

    Discogs will donate sales revenue from January 17 to MusiCares, supporting music industry professionals with evacuation costs, instrument repairs, home damage, medical care, mental health services, and other essential needs.

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    Warner Music

    The Warner Music Group/Blavatnik Family Foundation Social Justice Fund has committed $1 million to support fire relief and rebuilding efforts in Los Angeles. The donation will benefit organizations including the California Community Foundation, LAFD Foundation, Project HOPE, and MusiCares.

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    Meta

    Mark Zuckerberg and his wife Priscilla donated $2 million personally to relief efforts, while Meta contributed another $2 million to organizations such as the American Red Cross, Direct Relief, and Pasadena Humane Society.

    Netflix

    Netflix has committed $10 million in donations, allocated to the Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation, California Community Fund Wildfire Recovery Fund, World Central Kitchen, Motion Picture and Television Fund, and Entertainment Community Fund.

    NBCUniversal

    Comcast NBCUniversal committed $10 million, with $2.5 million allocated to Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles’ ReBUILD LA initiative.

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    ASPCA

    The ASPCA launched a $5 million California Wildfire Response & Preparedness Fund to support welfare organizations seeing to animal needs in Southern California.

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    YouTube & Google

    YouTube and Google said they will contribute $15 million to organizations including Emergency Network Los Angeles, the American Red Cross, the Center for Disaster Philanthropy and the Institute for Nonprofit News.

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    The Walt Disney Company

    On January 10, The Walt Disney Company pledged $15 million to assist in relief and rebuilding efforts. The funds will benefit organizations like the American Red Cross, the Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation and the Los Angeles Regional Food bank, while additional resources would be offered to any affected employee.

    Paramount

    Paramount pledged $1 million to relief efforts, supporting organizations like the American Red Cross, Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation, and World Central Kitchen, as confirmed by an internal memo obtained by Variety.

    Fox Corp.

    Fox Corp. donated $1 million to the American Red Cross relief fund and urged viewers to support the organization’s ongoing efforts.

    Live Nation: FireAid

    Live Nation, in partnership with The Ballmer Group, the Azoff Family, and AEG Presents, has announced the “FireAid” benefit concert on January 30 at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, CA. Rock band The Eagles have pledged a $2.5 million donation for the event.

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    Grammy Awards 2025

    The upcoming Grammy Awards (Feb 2) in Los Angeles will include tributes and fundraising efforts to honor victims and support the city’s recovery, with a focus on the music community.

    Banc of California

    Banc of California, the largest independent bank in LA, launched a $1 million recovery fund to aid relief and rebuilding efforts.

    FanDuel/ Flutter Entertainment

    FanDuel and parent company Flutter Entertainment have pledged a combined $250,000 to relief efforts, including donations to Americares and the Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation


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