The Kardashian family, including Kris Jenner and her children Kourtney, Kim, Khloé, Kendall, Kylie, and Rob, were forced to flee their homes due to a mandatory evacuation order issued following the devastating Kenneth Fire. While the evacuation notice has reportedly been lifted, it remains unclear whether the reality TV stars have returned to their multimillion-dollar properties.
The wildfires, which have ravaged the Malibu area along the Pacific Coast Highway, have destroyed over 1,000 structures. Among the threatened properties is Kim Kardashian’s $70 million oceanside estate, underscoring the severity of the situation.
Criticism has arisen regarding Kim’s response to the disaster, as she faced backlash for promoting her brand, SKIMS, during the crisis. LA writer Meredith Lynch accused the SKIMS mogul of prioritizing business over addressing the wildfire tragedy that has displaced thousands. In a viral Instagram video, Lynch remarked, “LA is literally burning down, and Kimberly Noel is telling us to buy SKIMS.”
Contrasting Kim’s actions, her sister Khloé took to social media to urge her followers to support local fire stations by donating supplies, earning praise for her proactive stance.
The Kardashians are not the only celebrities impacted. Academy Award winner Anthony Hopkins reportedly lost his $6 million home, while actors Adam Brody and Leighton Meester lost their $7 million mansion. Actress Anna Faris also suffered the loss of her $5 million residence. These are just a few examples of the widespread devastation.
According to the BBC, as of January 11, 2025, four wildfires continue to burn across Los Angeles, with two others now contained. The largest fire is advancing eastward, threatening Brentwood, prompting new evacuation orders.
The fires have claimed 11 lives, with 13 individuals still reported missing. More than 12,000 homes and structures have been destroyed since Tuesday. Despite the devastation, senior officials, including the mayor and fire chief, have defended their response, though the forecast of strong winds until Wednesday has heightened fears of further destruction.
As LA grapples with this ongoing disaster, residents and officials brace for what could be an even greater calamity.
