The devastating Palisades Fire has forced residents of the Encino neighborhood in Los Angeles to evacuate, including Selena Gomez, whose house was also affected. The fire has spread rapidly, consuming over 2,000 structures and displacing more than 130,000 people.
Selena Gomez’s planned pop-up event to celebrate the fifth anniversary of her album Rare has been postponed due to the ongoing California wildfires. Originally scheduled from January 10 to 12 in Los Angeles, the event was delayed as Selena’s team expressed their concern for the current crisis and emphasised prioritising the safety of everyone involved.
🚨 Evacuation ordered for Encino, including Selena Gomez's home, due to Los Angeles wildfires.
Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone impacted during this devastating time. Stay safe! 💔😭 pic.twitter.com/IGEpb9ZMxb
— Selena Gomez India (@SelenaGmzIN) January 11, 2025
On Thursday, January 9, Selena posted the announcement on her Instagram Stories: “We are devastated to see the impact the wildfires continue to have on our community in Los Angeles. The safety and well-being of our team and community are top priorities, and with that in mind, we have decided to postpone Rare: The Pop-Up in partnership with Complex.”
Selena Gomez’s team thanked fans for their understanding and assured them that they will announce the rescheduled dates for the Rare Anniversary pop-up event soon.
Along with the statement, the 32-year-old actor-singer also shared a series of links to mental health resources, evacuation shelters, animal support, and those on the front lines.
In another Instagram Story, the Only Murders in the Building actress shared, “As a Los Angeles-based team, our hearts are with California as we face massive wildfires that have threatened communities, displaced families, and destroyed homes.”
In addition to Selena’s pop-up event, many other Hollywood events were cancelled or postponed due to the ravaging wildfires. These include the 2025 Critics Choice Awards, nominations for the 97th Academy Awards, BAFTA Tea Party, and WGA Awards nominations. Meanwhile, many film premieres, including A Better Man, Unstoppable, and The Last Showgirl, have either been pushed to a later date or cancelled.
Other celebrities, such as Chris Pratt, Mark Hamill, and Heidi Montag, have also been impacted by the fire, with some even losing their homes. The situation remains dire, with strong winds fueling the flames.
