Actor who narrowly escapes LA wildfire defending $2M Malibu home nearly had to jump in ocean

Actor who narrowly escapes LA wildfire defending $2M Malibu home nearly had to jump in ocean

In simpler terms, Sebastian Harrison, an Apache actor living in Malibu, shared his harrowing account of fleeing his house during the fierce Los Angeles wildfires. He admitted that if necessary, he would have been prepared to leap into the sea to save himself.

On Thursday, a 59-year-old action movie star posted about his harrowing experience on Instagram, as a fire consumed their three-acre, $2.4 million oceanfront home that they shared with his wife Livia Pillmann and his elderly father.

On a Friday, he shared his harrowing account of the escape with CNN, detailing how he had initially intended to remain and battle the flames.

He mentioned that he had faced similar situations before, and some of his friends and relatives were able to handle the problems effectively. Initially, that was his plan for this situation as well, but he realized it’s important to always have an alternative plan.

In White Apache (1986) and Fireback (1983), the actor portrayed roles. He later commented, “When I noticed the fire trucks swiftly departing, I couldn’t help but think, ‘That doesn’t look promising.’

At that instant, he attempted to ignite his vehicle, but it proved unresponsive instead. Stepping out again, he observed a swirling whirlwind of sparks heading in his direction, causing him to believe he was in grave danger.

Actor who narrowly escapes LA wildfire defending $2M Malibu home nearly had to jump in ocean

Actor who narrowly escapes LA wildfire defending $2M Malibu home nearly had to jump in ocean

‘I had to duck behind these rocks. I’m ready to jump into the ocean if need be,’ he recalled.

Thankfully, just moments later, firefighters arrived and helped him find safety. 

But tragically, his home, which he had purchased in 2010, was reduced to ashes.

At one point, the location where the property now stands was home to The Malibu Lodge, a restaurant popular in the late 1940s and early 1950s. This establishment attracted many famous figures from Hollywood, such as David Selznick, who produced Gone with the Wind, as noted by Harrison.

The property is positioned along a secluded coastline, boasting panoramic vistas of the vast Pacific Ocean, with no homes from neighbors visible on its shores.

The couple expressed their devastation over the loss of their cherished home.

Livia shared with The Telegraph that she poured countless hours, energy, and affection into creating a haven within our house, and it’s heart-wrenching to witness it burn while her husband looks on, feeling the weight of the loss.

Seeing our hard work and affection poured into our sanctuary vanish is incredibly painful,” she continued.

Actor who narrowly escapes LA wildfire defending $2M Malibu home nearly had to jump in ocean
Actor who narrowly escapes LA wildfire defending $2M Malibu home nearly had to jump in ocean
Actor who narrowly escapes LA wildfire defending $2M Malibu home nearly had to jump in ocean

In one of the hardest-affected regions of Los Angeles, the fires persistently burn, leaving a grieving couple, along with numerous others, to deal with the devastating destruction of their homes – a heartrending ordeal.

Actress Cameron Mathison, a regular on General Hospital, choked up while narrating his emotional journey back to the remains of his California house.

He shared with GMA on Thursday that he’s having trouble sleeping and has lost all his possessions. All he owns now is this hoodie he’s wearing, a pair of pants, and two pairs of sneakers. But despite the hardship, he emphasized the importance of appreciating what we still have and what we can be thankful for.

Mathison and his former spouse, Vanessa Arevalo, have resided in their Pasadena house since 2012, accompanied by their teenage daughter Lelia (aged 18) and their son Lucas (aged 21).

Unfortunately, Mathison isn’t alone in dealing with the devastation.

The Pacific Palisades residence shared by actor Adam Brody, known for his role in The O.C., and actress Leighton Meester (from Gossip Girl) was unfortunately damaged by the devastating wildfires.

On Wednesday, stunning images emerged depicting the former elegant estate, nestled within an affluent celebrity neighborhood, now transformed into a smoldering wreckage.

On Sunday, mere hours before the fires broke out, the pair was spotted attending the Golden Globe Awards in public.

Actor who narrowly escapes LA wildfire defending $2M Malibu home nearly had to jump in ocean

In the year 2019, they purchased a residence that cost them $6.5 million. This spacious dwelling boasted five bedrooms, six bathrooms, and sprawled over three stories, occupying approximately 6,000 square feet.

Mandy Moore, Cary Elwes, Paris Hilton, James Woods, Billy Crystal, and his wife Janice each reported that their homes were engulfed by flames during the Palisades Fire.

On Tuesday, Ben Affleck returned home to discover, unexpectedly, a large portion of Los Angeles’ western side being consumed by a huge wildfire.

The area where he lives in Pacific Palisades is filled with numerous celebrities, such as Tom Hanks, Miles Teller, Reese Witherspoon, Adam Sandler, and Jhene Aiko.

Regrettably, at least five individuals have perished in this catastrophe, leaving behind 2,000 buildings in rubble, and countless others severely damaged, reduced to mere ashes.

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2025-01-10 21:03

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