Celebrities are stepping up, pledging millions to support fire relief efforts in California
Over the weekend, firefighters made progress, thanks to lighter winds and hard work. But the entertainment industry is feeling the heat. Many projects and award shows are on hold. The Producers Guild even skipped announcing nominations due to the ongoing crisis.
Celebrities are rallying together. Beyoncé has pledged $2.5 million to the LA Fire Relief Fund through her BeyGOOD foundation. This fund aims to help families in the Altadena and Pasadena areas who lost their homes.
Beyoncé’s mom, Tina Knowles, shared that her Malibu home was lost in the fires. She expressed her heartbreak on Instagram, thanking the brave firefighters.
The Screen Actors Guild is also stepping in, committing $1 million to support members affected by the fires. It’s not just the stars who are suffering; many behind-the-scenes workers are facing tough times too.
Meghan Markle has postponed her Netflix series, “With Love, Meghan,” which was set to debut soon. The streaming service supports her decision to delay the premiere to focus on helping fire victims.
On Saturday, Meghan and Harry visited Pasadena to distribute food and water to those affected and to thank first responders.
In a sad twist, Belmont Music Publishers announced that original manuscripts by composer Arnold Schoenberg were lost in the fires. They hope to rebuild digitally in the future, but it’s a tough loss for the music community.
