Tom Hanks narrowly escapes disaster as his $26 million mansion survives the devastating wildfires sweeping through Los Angeles.
Tom Hanks’ mansion survives amid widespread destruction
Tom’s $26 million home in the Pacific Palisades escaped the recent Los Angeles wildfire.
The fire has wreaked havoc across the celeb-loved enclave, leaving devastation in its wake.
Despite burning over 17,000 acres of land and destroying more than 1,000 structures, Hanks’ property remains intact.
Thousands of residents forced to evacuate
Nearly 40,000 residents in Pacific Palisades, Malibu, and Santa Monica evacuated due to the fire’s rapid spread.
By Thursday, the fire remained uncontained. A-list celebrities were among those affected, with many losing their homes entirely.
Hanks’ mansion remains untouched
While many homes turned to ash, a photo revealed Hanks’ white cliffside mansion appeared untouched.
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Positioned far enough from neighboring properties, his 4,513-square-foot house avoided significant damage.
Smoke lingered in the air, visible from the ruins of his closest neighbor’s home. No debris was spotted on Hanks’ roof or spacious backyard patio.
Celebrity homes destroyed in the blaze
Celebrities like Paris Hilton, Anthony Hopkins, Tina Knowles, and John Goodman faced devastating losses.
Other stars such as Candy Spelling, Milo Ventimiglia, and Miles Teller also saw their homes demolished.
The Palisades Fire, one of six raging across Los Angeles, ranks among the most destructive in the city’s history. Together with the Eaton Fire, it has consumed more than 34,000 acres—approximately 53 square miles.
Impact on Hanks’ Malibu property remains uncertain
Hanks, a two-time Academy Award-winner, owns another property in Malibu.
The condition of this home remains unknown as the fires continue. Meanwhile, Hanks and Rita Wilson’s son, Chet Hanks, shared an emotional plea regarding his hometown.
Son’s heartfelt message during wildfire crisis
Chet Hanks, 34, urged fans to pray for Pacific Palisades in an Instagram post. He expressed heartbreak, writing, “The neighborhood I grew up in is burning to the ground rn [right now]. Pray for Palisades.”
Currently residing in Nashville, Tennessee, Chet had moved away from Hollywood earlier this year.
Widespread evacuations and insurance controversy
Nearly 180,000 Los Angeles residents evacuated as five wildfires tore through Southern California.
Amid this chaos, many faced additional challenges after insurers like State Farm reportedly canceled thousands of policies.
Displaced residents now face rebuilding without coverage, leaving them with multimillion-dollar expenses. Actor Rob Schneider publicly criticized State Farm, calling the cancellations “a pile of crap.”
Jeff Bridges and Denise Crosby share their losses
Actor Jeff Bridges confirmed the loss of his family’s Malibu home. Inherited through generations, the four-bedroom house held deep sentimental value.
Similarly, actress Denise Crosby revealed her Pacific Palisades Spanish cottage was completely destroyed. Heartbroken, Crosby described the property as the only home she had ever owned, a place of joy and cherished memories.
The Los Angeles wildfires continue to devastate communities, leaving thousands without homes.
While Tom Hanks narrowly avoided destruction, countless others face the daunting task of rebuilding. As fires rage on, the resilience of those affected will undoubtedly be tested in the weeks to come.