Jamie Lee Curtis is facing backlash after comparing fire-ravaged Los Angeles neighborhoods to war-torn countries in the Middle East. “The entire Pacific Palisades looks like, you know, unfortunately, Gaza or one of these war-torn countries where awful things have happened,” the actress, 66, said during a Q&A for “The Last Showgirl” posted to X.
"This is literally where I live," said the Oscar-winning actress and Red Cross ambassador said during her January 8 Tonight Show appearance.
Jamie Lee Curtis got emotional on 'The Tonight Show' Wednesday night while talking about the devastation of the multiple fires raging across L.A.
The actress previously posted via Instagram that her Los Angeles home was “possibly” on fire amid “conflicting reports.”
Jamie Lee Curtis said her family is donating $1 million to relief funds as the devastating Los Angeles wildfires continue. The actress said she is 'in communication' with officials 'as to where those funds need to be directed for the most impact.
"It's f***ing gnarly, you guys. It’s just a catastrophe," the actress said Wednesday night, later posting on Instagram that she was in touch with California Gov. Gavin Newsom about where funds are needed.
It’s a catastrophe in Southern California. Obviously there has been horrific fires in many places. This is literally where I live.”
Amid the devastating California wildfires, actress Jamie Lee Curtis has emerged as a vocal advocate for fire relief efforts.
Curtis flew out to New York City to appear on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon as the fires started spreading. The actor appeared on the show to promote her new film The Last Showgirl but she became emotional when she started talking about the fires.
Actor Jamie Lee Curtis, one of many celebrities who had to flee this week's wildfires in California, said on Thursday her family would donate $1 million to relief efforts.
Bafta-nominated star Jamie Lee Curtis to miss ceremony as LA fires delay filming - The US actress is up for best supporting actress following her role in The Last Showgirl.
Jamie Lee Curtis recreated her famous aerobics scene from the 1985 film 'Perfect' — which also stars John Travolta — on the latest episode of 'The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon'