
'The Parent Trap' actor Dennis Quaid was seen being interrupted and stopped by a reporter while packing his car and trying to flee his home during the devastating Los Angeles fires.
- Jan 12, 2025
AceShowbiz - NBC is under fire over their interview with actor Dennis Quaid. The actor was stopped for an interview as he frantically evacuated his home during the raging Los Angeles wildfires.
NBC 4 Los Angeles reporter Robert Kovacik approached Quaid on Friday night, January 10, as the 70-year-old actor tried to pack his belongings and evacuate his Brentwood, California home. The reporter's persistent questioning drew severe backlash on social media.
Fans expressed outrage on platforms like X, with one user writing, "Truly one of the worst parasitic paparazzi s*** I've ever seen." Another person compared the interview to harassment, stating that it was "ridiculously inappropriate."
Despite his frantic efforts, Quaid remained polite and used the opportunity to urge residents to turn off their gas before evacuating. He also shared his perspective on the devastating fires, saying, "Our experience of reality can change in a moment."
However, Kovacik's continued interruptions sparked criticism from viewers who felt it was disrespectful and insensitive to interrupt Quaid's evacuation efforts. One fan remarked, "Every second you waste is something he can't take with him."
Quaid's demeanor and concern for his neighbors impressed viewers, with some praising him as a "standup dude" and a "very nice fella." Despite the harrowing situation, Quaid expressed gratitude for the safety of his home, saying, "We've had it lucky."
Meanwhile, NBC is facing criticism for allowing the interview to proceed in such an inappropriate manner. Critics argue that the reporter's actions crossed boundaries, invaded Quaid's privacy at a time when he should have been focused on evacuating his family to safety.