Halle Berry Takes Action to Support Displaced Families Affected by Wildfires in Los Angeles
Halle Berry is stepping up to assist those who have been affected by the devastating wildfires sweeping through Los Angeles. Her efforts underscore the importance of community support during times of crisis, demonstrating how public figures can mobilize resources and attention to aid those in need.
On Thursday, the Oscar-winning actress took to Instagram, using her platform to rally support and announce her commitment to join Sharon Stone?s initiative to collect vital supplies for those impacted by this tragic event. Berry shared her personal contribution, stating she would be donating her ?complete closet,? highlighting the importance of donating gently used items to those in desperate need.
Sharon Stone is collaborating with +COOP, a home goods store located in the Fairfax neighborhood of Los Angeles, to facilitate the donation of essential items. She has actively shared posts on Instagram, encouraging individuals to contribute items that those displaced by the fires may require. This includes requests for ?gently used? clothing, new undergarments, blankets, and gift cards, showcasing a comprehensive approach to supporting those affected.
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Berry, 58, expressed her support in one of Stone?s posts, revealing her intention to contribute by bringing ?all I?ve,? before Stone shared an Instagram video announcing her plan to gather donations from the community.
?I?m packing up my complete closet and heading over to the COOP!? Berry enthusiastically captioned her post, which showcased a video shared by Stone of the donation center. ?If you live in the Southern California area, I urge you to do the same,? appealing to her followers to contribute.
?This is an action we can take right now to assist all the displaced families who are in need of the basics today!? Berry continued, expressing her gratitude towards Stone for her leadership in this initiative. ?Thank you @sharonstone for your guidance. Love you, lady,? she added, underscoring the importance of collective action.
The Catwoman star also engaged with several commenters regarding their donations, fostering a sense of community and encouraging more individuals to contribute.
After one user expressed concern, stating, ?I hope they?re giving it away and not charging people,? Berry assured them that the items are indeed ?being GIVEN AWAY,? emphasizing the generosity of the initiative.
She also expressed her condolences to a commenter who mentioned that ?many members of my family lost homes including my late mother?s home. Gone,? reflecting her compassion and understanding of the devastating impact of the fires.
?OMG. I?m so sorry,? Berry replied. ?God bless you! I promise you I?ll continue to find ways to help,? showcasing her commitment to ongoing support for those affected.
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Meanwhile, actress Michelle Pfeiffer commented on Berry?s post, expressing her eagerness to also donate, while Selling Sunset?s Chrishell Stause shared her intention to ?drop some things off there.? Additionally, The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills alum Lisa Rinna commented on one of Stone?s posts, revealing that her husband, Harry Hamlin, had ?dropped off plenty of coats, jeans, sweaters, and so on.?
During an interview with NewsNation alongside her son, Roan, Stone opened up about the various ways she is supporting victims displaced by the fires, including her collaborative efforts with +COOP.
?If you need things, come to The Coop. This is for people who need any of these items, please come there. That is the place you will get them,? she advised NewsNation?s Ashley Banfield, also sharing her initiative of inviting displaced individuals to stay with her.
?I?ve been taking friends into my home. I have families coming now to move in with us,? Stone elaborated. ?We?re setting up a space to be able to support people. We?re establishing beds and just room in the house,? demonstrating her commitment to providing shelter for those in need.
?We?re loading up vans and taking everything we have over to The Coop, and we?re inviting our friends over to move in with us here,? she continued. ?A lot of people are being evacuated,? showcasing the urgent need for community action and support.
Roan, 24, also chimed in, telling Banfield, ?We?re in a safe place, and I think we?re so blessed to be in a safe place when many aren?t,? emphasizing the importance of gratitude and giving back during such trying times.
?I think all that we can do as people who are in a safe place is give back, especially to those who have lost everything,? he added, highlighting the responsibility to support those in crisis.
As of Friday morning, according to CNN, several active wildfires?including the Palisades fire, the Eaton fire, the Hurst fire, and the Lidia fire?have led to the evacuation of over 100,000 residents, leaving hundreds of thousands without power. It has been reported that at least 10 lives have been lost, and nearly 10,000 structures have been destroyed. According to CNN, citing CalFire, the Palisades and Eaton fires rank among the five most dangerous in California history.
Stars including Ricki Lake, Paris Hilton, Cameron Mathison, Billy Crystal, Adam Brody, Leighton Meester, Anna Faris, and more have lost their homes, while others have taken to social media to announce they?ve evacuated their neighborhoods, highlighting the widespread impact of these disasters.
