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L.A. Wildfires: Halle Berry, Beyoncé, Doja Cat, Others Commit To Relief Efforts

BY Edwin Lamptey January 24, 2025 9:15 PM EDT

Many celebrities have extended a helping hand to residents of Los Angeles following the city-wide wildfires that spread to various parts, affecting lives and properties.

On Wednesday, January 22, a third major fire just north of L.A., named the Hughes Fire, caused a reported 31,000 people to be under evacuation orders.

Later that evening, a fourth fire ignited near the I-405 pass, with temporary evacuation warnings issued to Bel-Air residents. According to Cal Fire, the Los Angeles Country fires have burned through a total of 40,462 acres, destroyed 15,798 structures, and claimed the lives of 28 individuals. 

As L.A. continues to pull through despite the trying times, some stars, including Doja Cat, Halle Berry, and The Weeknd, have done their part to restore the city. Below, we look into their efforts.

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Through her public charity BeyGOOD, Beyoncé pledged $2.5 million to Altadena and Pasadena families who lost their homes, also aiding churches and community centers to help those in need of assistance during the wildfires.

Halle Berry not only donated her “entire closet” to West Hollywood home goods store +COOP, but also went to the location, in addition to fellow home furnishing store, Nickey Kehoe, to encourage impacted locals to visit and take-home clothing and necessities. 

After canceling his anticipated Rose Bowl concert and pushing the release date of his sixth album, “Hurry Up Tomorrow,” The Weeknd gave back in a major way, reportedly donating $1 million to the Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation, GoFundMe’s Wildfire Relief Fund and Los Angeles Regional Food Bank.

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As support to first responders who have courageously fought the wildfires, Jhené Aiko’s wellness brand, Jhenetics, partnered with the Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation and Manly Handz mobile spa. Masseuses provided with Jhenetics products treated first responders who had muscle aches and tension on a base near the Pacific Coast Highway.

Doja Cat and the American Red Cross collaborated to create a merch collection in an effort to support Californians impacted by the tragic wildfires. Designed by PINI, the line includes tees and hoodies, all with sketched versions of the Grammy winner.

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