Beyonce's mom shares the heartbreak of losing her cherished bungalow to the relentless wildfires sweeping Los Angeles, while paying tribute to the brave first responders and expressing solidarity with fellow victims.
- Jan 10, 2025
AceShowbiz - Tina Knowles, mother to music icons Beyonce Knowles and Solange Knowles, faced a devastating loss of her beloved Malibu bungalow. The secluded and serene oceanfront haven was engulfed and destroyed by the Palisades fire.
Sharing her heartbreak on Instagram, Tina posted a poignant video of dolphins swimming in crystal-clear waters, a memory from her 71st birthday celebrated just days before the tragic event.
"This is what I was looking at on my birthday this past weekend from my tiny little bungalow on the water in Malibu! It was my favorite place, my sanctuary, my sacred Happy Place. Now it is gone!!" she wrote.
The Los Angeles wildfires, fueled by the worst windstorms in over a decade, have wreaked havoc across the city, destroying thousands of structures and claiming at least five lives. Approximately 130,000 people are under evacuation orders, and authorities have deployed K-9 units to search for human remains among the wreckage.
Tina Knowles expressed her gratitude towards the courageous firefighters who risked their lives battling the infernos. "God Bless all the brave men and women in our fire department who risked their lives in dangerous conditions. We Thankyou for your dedication and bravery and for saving so many lives," she wrote. "This could have been so much worse without the dedication of the disaster workers and first responders."
In a heartfelt message, she extended her condolences to those who lost their homes and belongings. "To the people who lost their homes and belongings, I can only imagine how it feels to lose properties and everything you own!"
"My heart and deep prayers go out to all of you. I cannot imagine the pain and suffering and fear that you are enduring. I am praying diligently for our beautiful City of Los Angeles!! We are resilient though and we will recover! 'This too shall pass.' "
The fire's destructive path has left many celebrities, including Billy Crystal, Eugene Levy, and Paris Hilton, without homes. Despite the profound loss, Tina Knowles' message resonates with hope and resilience, reflecting the unbreakable spirit of the Los Angeles community.
As Los Angeles continues to grapple with these catastrophic fires, Tina Knowles' story serves as a powerful reminder of the fragility of life and the invaluable role of first responders in times of crisis.
