Hollywood Hills Wildfire Puts Celebrities at Risk

A devastating wildfire erupted in the Hollywood Hills on Wednesday night, putting several celebrity homes at risk. The fire, dangerously close to the iconic Hollywood Walk of Fame, has already claimed some celebrity homes while others remain in jeopardy.

Celebrity Homes Affected by the Fire

Several notable Hollywood stars have been affected by the wildfire, including Schitt’s Creek’s Eugene Levy, whose home has been destroyed. Adam Brody and Leighton Meester, Anna Faris, James Woods, and Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt also lost their homes.

Hollywood Hills and Nearby Areas in Danger

The fire is affecting both the Hollywood Hills and nearby neighborhoods. Malibu, home to Miley Cyrus and Mark Hamill, is on one side of the fire, while Jamie Lee Curtis’ residence in Santa Monica is also at risk. Further north, homes of Michael Keaton, Tom Hanks, and Steven Spielberg are threatened.

Ben Affleck’s $20 Million Home in Peril

Actor Ben Affleck was forced to flee his $20 million bachelor pad, which was at risk of being engulfed in flames. Affleck sought refuge at his ex-wife Jennifer Garner’s home in a distressed state as the fire drew nearer.

Mandy Moore, Paris Hilton, and Others Affected

Several other stars have reported losing their homes, including Mandy Moore, Cary Elwes, and Paris Hilton. Billy Crystal and his wife Janice have lost their home of 45 years in the Palisades Fire.

The Scope of the Wildfires

The LA wildfires have been catastrophic, with over 1,000 structures destroyed, most of which are homes. Evacuations have been ordered for more than 130,000 people in the metropolitan area, and the fires have already consumed around 42 square miles, an area nearly the size of San Francisco.

The Marvel fandom is buzzing with speculation about Ryan Reynolds’ Deadpool & Wolverine. Fans believe the movie contains references to actor-director Justin Baldoni. These alleged digs add fuel to the ongoing tension between Baldoni and Blake Lively.

Nicepool’s Connection to Justin Baldoni

One scene in the movie caught the attention of fans. Reynolds plays Nicepool, a variant of Deadpool with exaggerated politeness. Nicepool introduces Ladypool (voiced by Lively) and says, “Oh my goodness, wait til you’ve seen Ladypool. She is gorgeous. She just had a baby too and [you] can’t even tell.” Deadpool responds, “I don’t think you’re supposed to say that.” Nicepool then replies, “That’s OK. I identify as a feminist.”

Fans have linked this character to Baldoni, who is known for advocating “undefining masculinity.” A deleted scene adds to the theory. Nicepool says, “I’d be fighting alongside you, but my calling is to one day start a podcast that monetizes the women’s movement.”

Behind-the-Scenes Tensions

Reports suggest tensions between Baldoni and Lively during It Ends With Us. Allegations against Baldoni include harsh criticism of Lively’s post-pregnancy body. He reportedly demanded she lose weight within weeks after childbirth. Baldoni has denied all allegations.

Adding to the drama, Baldoni filed a lawsuit against Reynolds. The lawsuit claims Reynolds berated him during a production meeting, calling the encounter “traumatic.”

Fan Interpretations

Fans dissected Nicepool’s portrayal and found parallels with Baldoni. TikTok user @americastia noted, “It’s not even subtle.” Fans also highlighted Deadpool & Wolverine’s release weeks before It Ends With Us, adding context to the perceived shade.

A Complicated Fallout

The fallout between Reynolds, Lively, and Baldoni highlights personal and professional tensions. Fans remain divided over whether the references were intentional or coincidental. The drama surrounding these stars shows no signs of fading soon.

Nikki Glaser Golden Globes monologue at the 82nd awards ceremony was sharp, funny, and full of jabs at Hollywood’s biggest stars. However, as revealed on The Howard Stern Show, the aired version was toned down compared to her original draft. Here are 10 jokes that didn’t make it to the stage:

1. Ben Affleck’s “Jennifer” Problem

“Here’s to Ben Affleck. I can’t wait to see which Jennifer you try to ruin next.” Nikki’s quip about Affleck’s history with Jennifer Lopez and Jennifer Garner might have been too close to the bone, especially with ongoing rumors about his relationships.

2. A Riskier Diddy Joke

Nikki opted for a playful Diddy jab in her monologue but left this out: “This is the last time all of you will be in the same room together until the Diddy trial.” She explained it felt too accusatory toward the audience.

3. Adrien Brody and Baby Hitler

Nikki’s monologue included a Holocaust survivor nod to Adrien Brody’s roles in The Pianist and The Brutalist. However, she dropped a darker joke: “If Adrien Brody could go back in time, he would thank baby Hitler for his career.” It was scrapped after her Gen-Z assistant didn’t understand the context.

4. Nicole Kidman as ‘The Wild Robot’

The joke compared Nicole Kidman to Chris Sanders’ The Wild Robot: “Nicole Kidman after two white wines.” Nikki didn’t deliver it, fearing the actress might react poorly.

5. Kate Winslet as Cocaine

Nikki considered saying, “Kate Winslet is like cocaine—she’s white, always with Leo, and I can’t wait to find her at the after-party.” The punchline about Kate’s connection to Leonardo DiCaprio didn’t make it past the editing phase.

6. Alec Baldwin’s ‘Rust’ Tragedy

In light of Alec Baldwin’s involvement in the Rust incident, Nikki cut a joke about his role in Beetlejuice: “Alec Baldwin didn’t come back as a ghost because he was too busy making them.”

7. A Grim Take on Joker 2

Nikki’s axed joke about Joker 2 referenced theater shootings: “During Joker 2, I was hoping someone would shoot it up.” She dropped it, deeming it too controversial.

8. Hollywood Legends and Financial Woes

A joke about Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Meryl Streep’s work on Only Murders in the Building was left out: “It just shows you, you’re never too old to need money still.”

9. Queer Meets Wicked

Her quip about Daniel Craig’s role in Queer: “It’s a movie and not just what my uncle calls Wicked,” didn’t make the final cut.

10. Nikki’s Signature Self-Deprecation

Known for roasting herself, Nikki almost said: “Amy Adams is nominated for Night Bitch, while I was snubbed for Day Slut.”

Nikki Glaser may have held back on some of her most biting jokes, but the ones that made it to air still left a lasting impression.