His house was destroyed

Hollywood Star James Woods Bursts Into Tears On Live TV

James Woods lost his home in the Southern California fires that devastated parts of Los Angeles. As he talks about the destruction, he bursts into tears on TV. The actor shows compassion for his neighbors and praises the firefighters.

James Woods' emotional loss
Response to the fires
Tears on live TV

Actor James Woods has lost his home in the devastating Southern California fires that continue to reduce parts of Los Angeles to rubble. In a moving interview with 'CNN', the 77-year-old spoke tearfully about the dramatic situation in his neighborhood. "One day you're swimming in the pool and the next day it's all gone" Woods said in an interview with 'CNN's' Pamela Brown.

James Woods cries on TV

Woods described a particularly emotional experience when his wife's eight-year-old niece, Sara Miller-Woods, retrieved her piggy bank to help rebuild the house. Amid the chaos, Woods also helped his 94-year-old neighbor, who suffers from dementia, get to safety. "He had been left alone" Woods reported. "There was so much chaos, it was like an inferno. Every house around us was on fire."

When he spoke about his experiences, James Woods was overcome with emotion. "I’m sorry, I thought I was stronger than this," he said as he wiped tears from his face.

Hollywood's response to the fires

The devastating fires have affected not only James Woods' life but also the entire entertainment industry in the region. Several premieres and events were canceled, including the Critics Choice Awards, which were scheduled to take place in Santa Monica. Productions of series such as 'Hacks' and 'Suits L.A.' were also halted.

Community and gratitude in times of crisis

Despite the destruction, Woods emphasized the importance of friendship and neighborliness in times of need. "There is no possession as priceless as friends and good neighbors during a tragedy. I can’t believe the blessings we enjoy, and I am humbly grateful," he wrote on the X platform while sharing photos and videos of the flames engulfing his neighborhood. He expressed his gratitude for the support and work of the firefighters.

The fires have forced tens of thousands of people to leave their homes and the effects are being felt throughout the region.