Deon Cole Forced to Evacuate L.A. Home Days After Hospitalization
The comedian described the experience as 'devastating' after leaving the hospital and witnessing wildfires threatening his home.
- Deon Cole, 53, was hospitalized on his birthday, January 9, due to an undisclosed health issue and shared updates with fans on social media.
- Shortly after being discharged, Cole was forced to evacuate his Los Angeles home as wildfires spread rapidly in the area.
- The comedian shared a video showing flames near his home and described the situation as a 'nightmare,' taking only a few belongings, including sentimental flowers from his late mother.
- The Los Angeles wildfires, fueled by strong winds and dry conditions, have destroyed thousands of structures, displaced over 180,000 people, and caused at least 13 deaths.
- Several celebrities, including Paris Hilton, Billy Crystal, and Mandy Moore, have lost their homes, while others have been evacuated as the fires continue to burn with low containment.