Billy Crystal says Pacific Palisades resembled a post-apocalyptic scene after the wildfires. Billy Crystal lost his family home to the California wildfires in January 2025. BANG Premier · Oct 14
Getty Villa Wildfire Response: Fire-ready design and staff save art; story offers preparation lessons In January 2025, the Getty Villa in Pacific Palisades was nearly engulfed by the Palisades Fire. The dedicated museum team sprang into action, swiftly securing the premises and extinguishing smaller fires nearby. Their advanced strategies included fortified structures and a sophisticated irrigation system for the gardens. Thanks to their efforts,… The Times of India · Sep 30
Kate Hudson’s Sage Green Living Room Is a Portrait of Nostalgic Charm – Resetting Calming Luxury for 2027 Soft sage creates a sanctuary in this Pacific Palisades living room – experts call this palette the ultimate antidote to modern noise Homes & Gardens · Sep 2
In 1943, two Jewish refugees fleeing the Nazis bought a crumbling Los Angeles mansion for $9,000; 83 years later, after the Palisades Fire forced it shut, Villa Aurora has reopened Villa Aurora, a historic mansion in Pacific Palisades, has reopened after restoration work following the January 2025 Palisades Fire. The house was bought in 1943 for $9,000 by German Jewish writer Lion Feuchtwanger and his wife Marta, who had fled Nazi persecution. It later became a gathering place for artists… The Times of India · Sep 1
Los Angeles villa that was hub for German exiles fleeing Nazis reopens after narrow wildfire escape Spectacular Villa Aurora, which was nearly destroyed in last year’s fires, leading the recovery as Pacific Palisades emerges from a dark chapter The Guardian - US · Sep 1
Matt Damon’s Tree-Framed Sanctuary Reinvents the Concept of the Living Room – It’s the Definitive Design Statement for 2026 The actor's Pacific Palisades oasis dissolves the boundary between inside and out – and designers say you can recreate the flow Homes & Gardens · Jul 15
I had the best life in Pacific Palisades, says Spencer Pratt Reality star Spencer Pratt has reflected on his life in Pacific Palisades. BANG Premier · May 28
Instead of Stripes, Goldie Hawn's Classic Dining Room Pattern is Designers' Favorite Way to Create Visual Texture in 2026 A checkered pattern nestled amidst white decor creates a timeless contrast in Goldie's Pacific Palisades dining room (and it is dominating trends this year) Homes & Gardens · May 14
‘Ketamine Queen’ tearfully apologizes as she gets 15 years in Matthew Perry’s death as jail calls over book deals revealed In tan prison scrubs, the 42-year-old drug dealer appeared emotional as she made a statement in front of Friends star’s parents and other family members The Independent UK · Apr 8
Reality TV personality Spencer Pratt announces bid for LA mayor after losing home in Palisades fire The former ‘The Hills’ star made the announcement on the anniversary of the devastating fire in Pacific Palisades The Independent UK · Jan 8
Miles Teller surprises wife Keleigh Sperry by remaking wedding dress that got destroyed in LA wildfires The model lost her wedding dress when her house was destroyed during wildfires in the Pacific Palisades The Independent UK · Dec 27, 2025
‘It feels endless’: despite misplaced fanfare about a model home, LA struggles to rebuild As LA’s mayor touted a developer’s model home, residents of Altadena and Pacific Palisades wrangle for insurance payouts The Guardian - US · Dec 14, 2025
‘Reckless’ behavior and dystopian AI: disturbing picture of suspect in Pacific Palisades fire emerges Jonathan Rinderknecht, 29, allegedly used ChatGPT to create scenes of a city burning and to confide an obsession with fires The Guardian - US · Oct 11, 2025
Florida Man Arrested in Connection with Devastating Pacific Palisades Fire That Killed 12 in Los Angeles A Florida man has been arrested in connection with the deadly Pacific Palisades wildfire that tore through Los Angeles earlier this year, killing 12 people and destroying thousands of homes Latin Times · Oct 8, 2025
Euronews · Oct 8, 2025 Authorities charge man with starting deadly fire that levelled wealthy LA neighbourhood Law enforcement accuses 29-year-old Jonathan Rinderknecht of lighting a fire on New Year's Day that was initially put out by fire crews, but continued to smoulder before reigniting during high winds.
The Independent UK · Jul 10, 2025 Miles Teller praises wife Keleigh as couple rebuild after losing everything in LA fires Teller and his wife were among many celebrities who lost their homes in the Pacific Palisades
Homes & Gardens · May 9, 2025 Diane Keaton's former Lloyd Wright-designed home is a mid-century modern treasure trove – it's listed for $12.8 million The actress purchased an iconic property in the Pacific Palisades, which she lovingly renovated – today, it's as timeless as ever (and in need of a new owner)
Fortune · Apr 13, 2025 A Pacific Palisades resident purchased a million-dollar burned lot for his daughter while he rebuilds too, so ‘grandpa and grandma will be just down the block’ He imagines it could cost around $4 million and take about three years to rebuild the two.
Reason · Apr 1, 2025 Photo: California's Wildfire Recovery Many of the houses destroyed by the Pacific Palisades fires were not covered by private insurance due to state regulations.
The Independent UK · Mar 6, 2025 A youth theater production rises from the ashes of the Los Angeles fires A children's theater group in Pacific Palisades lost its beloved playhouse to the Los Angeles fires
Fortune · Feb 17, 2025 ‘Disaster amnesia’: The Los Angeles wildfires revealed a deeper, more vicious cycle that has plagued California for decades The secret is out, but the charred remains of LA neighborhoods still might not be enough to change the Golden State’s approach to housing.
The Independent UK · Feb 7, 2025 Warriors' Kerr, Lakers' Redick host basketball team from Pacific Palisades high school hurt by fire Steve Kerr and JJ Redick jointly hosted some special guests when Warriors took on the Lakers in downtown Los Angeles
The Conversation · Jan 26, 2025 Wanting to ‘return to normal’ after a disaster is understandable, but often problematic Media coverage of the recent fires in Los Angeles showed the heartbreaking damage in Pacific Palisades and elsewhere across Los Angeles County. People lost not only their houses but also the thriving communities of which they had been part.
BANG Premier · Jan 24, 2025 Spencer Pratt and Heidi Montag sue City of Los Angeles after losing 2.5m home in LA fire Spencer Pratt and Heidi Montag have filed a lawsuit against the City of Los Angeles and the Department of Water and Power (LADWP) after losing their home in the Pacific Palisades fire, alleging the blaze was "an inescapable and unavoidable consequence" due to how the area's water supply was managed.
Top News · Jan 22, 2025 Pacific Palisades Fire Victims Sue Los Angeles Utility Company Lawsuit filed against LADWP for alleged failures in managing water supply during the Pacific Palisades Fire, leading to property damage and loss of life.