During the Palisades fire in Los Angeles Jan. 7, The Hills alums Spencer Pratt and Heidi Montag sadly had their home burn down, but were able to escape the wildfire, spurred by winds of up to 80 mph.
Spencer Pratt and Heidi Montag have lost their home.
The Hills alums were able to safely evacuate their Pacific Palisades neighborhood in Los Angeles Jan. 7 amid the threat of a growing wildfire in the area, but their home did not survive the blaze, according to the family.
“I’m watching our house burn down on the security cameras,” Spencer shared in a Snapchat video Jan. 7, before sharing footage of their deck and children’s room on fire.
His sister Stephanie Pratt later confirmed the destruction.
“I am beyond heartbroken for my brother, Heidi & the kids,” she wrote on her Instagram Story. “And to all of our friends and neighbors who have lost their houses today.”
“Just spoke to my dad – he tried to save my brother’s house but the wind is so strong there was nothing he could do,” Stephanie continued. “My parents evacuated safely and are watching the fire rage towards their house on security cameras.”
Earlier in the day, at least 30,000 southern California residents were mandated to evacuate their homes and flee to safety by city and state officials due to the fire, which was being spurred by what officials called “life-threatening winds.” Specifically, the Los Angeles areas of Topanga, Malibu and Pacific Palisades—where many Hollywood A-listers reside—were under threat as the affected area grew to nearly 3,000 acres.
“We are such a tight community,” Stephanie added. “Im at a loss for words knowing so many friends have lost their homes today and so quickly.”
Instagram (@heidimontag)As the fire continued to spread, Spencer—who shares sons Gunner, 7, and Ryker, 2, with Heidi, whom he married in 2008—shared a video to his Instagram Story that featured the massive plumes of smoke rising from the Santa Monica Mountains, as well as an airplane that doused the mountainside with water in an effort to prevent further spreading of the wildfire.
In photos obtained by TMZ, Spencer stood outside the couple’s home and, while appearing visibly distressed, took pictures of the brush fire in the distance.
Many area residents that were attempting to flee had difficulty on their escape route due to congested traffic and vehicles that were abandoned due to the chaos, including Schitt’s Creek star Eugene Levy.
Spencer Pratt/Instagram“The smoke looked pretty black and intense over Temescal Canyon,” the 78-year-old told The Los Angeles Times in a Jan. 7 interview. “I couldn’t see any flames but the smoke was very dark.”
Another local resident Ellen Delosh-Bacher left her car behind after law enforcement began encouraging drivers to escape the congestion, telling the outlet, “Cops began running down the road telling anyone stuck in traffic, ‘Run for your lives.’”
While other structures, including the Palisades Theatre, caught fire during the blaze, the Getty Museum—which is located near the Brentwood area of Los Angeles, east of the Pacific Palisades—was grateful to clarify its building was safe.
“At the Getty Villa, some trees & vegetation on site have burned,” the museum shared on X (formerly Twitter), “but no structures are on fire, and staff and the collection remain safe.”
Keep reading to see what messages celebs have shared amid the fires…
Paul Morigi/Getty Images for Care Can’t Wait ActionPresident Joe Biden
“To the residents of Southern California: We are with you,” President Joe Biden wrote in a Jan. 8 Instagram post. “My team has provided 24/7 weather forecast support, sent 5 Air Tankers and 10 firefighting helicopters, prepositioned dozens of fire engines, approved grants to reimburse firefighting costs, and I’ve approved Governor Newsom’s request for a Major Disaster Declaration.”
“To the brave men and women who ran towards danger over the past 24 hours in Southern California, I want you to know your President, and the rest of the country, is with you,” he wrote in another post to Instagram. “You suited up and risked your lives to save the lives of your fellow Americans. We are indebted to you.”
Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty ImagesCalifornia Governor Gavin Newsom
A day after the Governor of California declared a state of emergency and warned residents to heed officials’ warnings, he thanked President Joe Biden for his support throughout the devastation. “Thank you @potus for your swift response,” he wrote to Instagram Jan. 8, “and aid to California as we work to battle these unprecedented wildfires.”
Cameron Mathison/InstagramCameron Mathison
The General Hospital actor shared that, while he and his family safely escaped the blaze, they sadly lost their home. He shared harrowing footage to Instagram Jan. 8 of the destroyed home’s rubble, writing, “This is what’s left of our beautiful home. Our home where our kids were raised and where they wanted to raise their own someday.”
Spencer Pratt/InstagramSpencer Pratt & Heidi Montag
The Hills alums shared on Jan. 7 that their home sadly burned down during the Palisades fire in Los Angeles.
In a tear-filled TikTok post, Heidi, who evacuated with Spencer and their two sons, shared, “I’m so sad our house is gone. I’m so sad for everyone else going through the same thing. It’s really hard losing your house and everything you worked hard for. So horrible.”
They weren’t the only family members to lose homes in the fire, as Spencer also shared an image to his Instagram Story of a destroyed home, noting alongside crying emojis, “My parents house gone.”
Sandra Lee/InstagramSandra Lee
The TV chef revealed on Instagram, “I don’t have a home anymore, my house is gone.” In the aftermath of her evacuation, she noted “everybody is safe” but said, “I don’t know how to compartmentalize this, I don’t know what to do. So, the only thing I can do is go to work, and I’m gonna go to work today like I go to work every day.”
Jennifer Love Hewitt/InstagramJennifer Love Hewitt
The I Know What You Did Last Summer star expressed her gratitude to those who’ve shown support amid the devastating experience. “I have no words,” she wrote on Instagram Jan. 8. “Only prayers and holding as much hope as I can for our home and our kids while we watch everything burn. Thank you to every first responder fighting so hard for all of us. Thank you to every friend who reached out and new person I have hugged in tears in the last 24 hours.”
Dan Levy/InstagramDan Levy
The Schitt’s Creek star posted an eerie photo to his Instagram Story Jan. 8 of the wildfire’s smoke blocking the sun, writing, “This is the view from my window this morning. Heartbroken for my family, my friends, and the people of LA affected by these catastrophic fires.”
River Callaway/Variety via Getty ImagesMaria Shriver
California’s former First Lady took to Instagram Jan. 8 to share her sentiments, writing, “Heartbreaking, devastating, beyond belief. Everything is gone. Our neighborhood, our restaurants. All our friends have lost everything. We have evacuated, but are safe. But people have lost everything.”
Jamie McCarthy/WireImageChet Hanks
The son of Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson wrote on his Instagram Story Jan. 7, “The neighborhood I grew up in is burning to the round rn. Pray for the Palisades.”
Alabama Barker/InstagramAlabama Barker & Landon Barker
Travis Barker‘s kids Landon, 21, and Alabama, 19, shared they were forced to leave their residences amid the devastation.
“Just evacuated from my home due to wild fires in Los Angeles, please be safe!!,” Alabama wrote. “They are saying the fires are spreading foodball field amounts in seconds.”
Todd Owyoung/NBC via Getty ImagesChris Pratt
“Please send prayers and strength tonight to everyone in Los Angeles affected by these devastating fires,” the Marvel star wrote on Instagram Jan. 7. “Los Angeles is in a state of emergency and over 30,000 have been ordered to evacuate.”
He added, “Thank you to the brave firefighters and first responders who are working tirelessly to protect lives, homes, and wildlife as they battle fast-moving wildfire fueled by fierce winds. You are true heroes, and we are endlessly grateful for your sacrifice and courage.”
InstagramMandy Moore
The This Is Us alum—who is mom to three kids with husband Taylor Goldsmith—shared an update on her family after having to evacuate their home.
“Evacuated and safe with kids, dog and cats,” she wrote on Instagram Stories Jan. 7. “ Praying and grateful for the first responders.”
Later she noted she didn’t “know if our place made it” when adding, “Grateful for the kindness of friends that we had a place to land last night. Trying to shield the kids from the immense sadness and worry I feel. Praying for everyone in our beautiful city. So gutted for the destruction and loss.”
Josh Gad / InstagramJosh Gad
From his home, the Frozen actor posted the heartbreaking sight of flames sweeping over Los Angeles in the distance.
“I have never seen flames from my house like this ever,” Josh said in his Jan. 7 Instagram post, “this is insanity. I hope everyone is staying safe tonight. Lots of love, lots of prayers.”
And the 43-year-old wrote a message of support to anyone affected and to those taking action to help the community.
“I hope everyone is staying safe tonight in the affected fire areas in Los Angeles,” he wrote in the caption. “My deepest gratitude and appreciation goes out to our brave fire and rescue and police forces who are doing everything in their power to keep the residents of Los Angeles safe right now.”
Jason Kennedy/InstagramJason Kennedy
The E! News alum said he and his family are “safe and evacuated” and shared video of destroyed homes to Instagram Jan. 8. “All night and into today I’ve talked to friends who lost homes,” he wrote in the caption. “It’s far from over and we need a miracle for these winds to stop and fires to be put out. There is deep anguish in a city that I love so much. Please pray with me.”
(Photo by River Callaway/WWD via Getty Images)Hailey Bieber
Reposting an informational post on the fires that are “burning more than 1,200 acres,” to her Instagram Stories Jan. 7, the Rhode Beauty founder wrote, “Praying everyone is safe.”
InstagramKhloe Kardashian
Sharing a message of gratitude for firefighters and first responders, the Kardashians star wrote in an Instagram Story post, “Thank you for your unwavering dedication and courage in the face of these devastating fires in CA. Your selflessness, resilience and tireless efforts to protect lives and communities are deeply appreciated.”
Frazer Harrison/Getty Images for Palm Springs International Film SocietyJamie Lee Curtis
The actress shared a heartbreaking message Jan. 7, noting that she was unsure about the state of her home amid the conditions.
“My community and possibly my home is on fire,” she wrote on Instagram. “My family is safe. Many of my friends will lose their homes. Many other communities as well.”
“It is a terrifying situation and I’m grateful to the firefighters and all of the good Samaritans who are helping people get out of the way of the blaze,” she added. “Neighbors have taken care of neighbors. We ALL take everything for granted because we are all living our lives but when it hits your community, it’s particularly shocking.”
Olivia Culpo / InstagramOlivia Culpo
Olivia—who is married to San Francisco 49ers Christian McCaffrey—shared a message of support on her Jan. 7 Instagram Stories.
“Praying for everyone affected by these devastating fires,” she wrote. “Thank you to the heroes working tirelessly to protect our communities and wildlife.“
(Photo by J. Countess/WireImage)James Woods
The Vampires actor was one of the many that lost his home to the destructive fires—but he tried to stay hopeful amid the tragedy.
“We renovated a home after COVID and just finished last month,” the 77-year-old wrote on X, formerly Twitter, Jan. 7. “To all the lovely people offering care and love, I’ll say this. There is no possession as priceless as friends and good neighbors during a tragedy.”
“I can’t believe the blessings we enjoy,” he added, “and I am humbly grateful.”
Mark Hamill / InstagramMark Hamill
After evacuating from his Malibu home, the Star Wars actor detailed his experience with a “personal fire update” on behalf of himself, wife Marilou York and pup Trixie.
“7pm—Evacuated Malibu so last-minute,” the 73-year-old wrote in his Instagram post, “small fires on both sides of the road as we approached PCH.”
“8:15pm—Marilou, Trixie & I arrive at Chelsea’s house in Hollywood,” he said. “Most horrific fire since ’93, STAY SAFE!”
And in hindsight, Mark realized he may have underplayed the size of the fires he witnessed on his way to safety.
“There [were] small fires,” he wrote in the caption of his follow-up, adding, “gimme a break- we were fleeing for our lives. Stay Safe Everyone.”
(Photo by Gilbert Flores/GG2025/Penske Media via Getty Images)Steve Guttenberg
The Police Academy actor stepped into action to help move cars on Palisades Drive out of the way of the firetrucks. And he implored others to do their part with an “important announcement.”
“What’s happening is people take their keys with them as if they’re in a parking lot,” the 66-year-old told local news station KTLA 5 Jan. 7. “This is not a parking lot.”
“We really need people to move their cars,” he explained, “so if you leave your car behind, leave the key in there so a guy like me can move your car so that these fire trucks can get up there.”
Emma McIntyre/WireImageFlorence Pugh
The Little Women actress reacted to the city’s devastating fires, writing on her Instagram Story Jan. 8, “I’m just sending so much love to all of you in LA. I’m so sorry this has happened again. It’s scary to even watch from my phone, I can’t imagine how it must feel being in it.”
