Jamie Lee Curtis fights back tears while talking about L.A. fires
The devastating wildfires in Los Angeles have caused widespread destruction, and actress Jamie Lee Curtis, 66, was personally affected. During an emotional appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on January 8, Curtis revealed that the fire was approaching her Pacific Palisades home while she was in New York. Though her house was spared, many of her neighbors lost everything.
Through tears, Curtis described the catastrophe, expressing her heartbreak for those affected, including friends and local businesses. She urged the audience to support the American Red Cross and to be prepared for emergencies. She also shared a heartbreaking Instagram post about the loss of her church, where she had gotten sober 25 years ago.
Curtis plans to return home to help her family and friends, stressing the importance of community support. The fires have already claimed lives and destroyed thousands of homes, with efforts to contain them ongoing. Curtis’s plea highlights the need for immediate aid, and donations to organizations like the Red Cross can help those impacted.
