The Kardashian-Jenner clan had an unexpected plot twist this week when the raging Kenneth Fire forced them to evacuate their luxurious Hidden Hills homes. On January 9, Kim, Kourtney, Khloé, Kris, Rob, Kylie, and Kendall packed up and left as flames scorched over 1,000 acres near Los Angeles. Thankfully, by January 10, firefighters had contained 35% of the blaze, and evacuation orders were lifted.
But leave it to Kim Kardashian to stir up the drama! As Los Angeles burned, she promoted a SKIMS “Winter Sale” on Instagram, offering up to 50% off her shapewear collections. While some fans rushed to snag deals, others weren’t so forgiving, calling the post “tone-deaf” amidst the fire chaos. The backlash was so intense that Kim swiftly deleted the promo.
Despite the criticism, the Kardashians didn’t just flee in style—they pitched in. Reports reveal that the family made generous donations to fire relief efforts, even funding meals for firefighters from the popular Hollywood restaurant Carousel. Khloé Kardashian also won over social media with her heartfelt Instagram stories, sharing resources and updates for those affected by the disaster.
While the Kardashians’ multimillion-dollar homes were spared, not all celebrities were as lucky. Mel Gibson, Paris Hilton, and Jamie Lee Curtis reportedly lost their homes, and stars like Halle Berry and Sharon Stone stepped up with financial support for victims. Angelina Jolie, in true superhero fashion, opened her home to displaced families and stocked up on emergency supplies.
The Kenneth Fire has been a stark reminder of the wildfire risks that come with life in sunny California. But leave it to Hollywood’s elite to keep things dramatic, generous, and just a little chaotic.
