Jennifer Lopez reacts to ‘traumatic’ LA fires by sharing resource close to the heart

Jennifer Lopez guides those affected by the Los Angeles fires to a resource close to their hearts.

Lopez, 55, shared a post directing readers to the Boys & Girls Club, which provides “safe spaces and support” for children and their families during the disaster.

Lopez, who attended the club as a teenager and became a spokesperson in 2010, wrote on Instagram: “My heart goes out to everyone affected by the devastating Los Angeles wildfires. I can’t even imagine how deeply traumatic these events can be, especially for children who have lost their homes and sense of security.

“In times like these, the Boys and Girls Clubs of Los Angeles are here to provide support, resources and a safe place for children and families in need.

“The Boys and Girls Club of America was the place where I so often found comfort and refuge in my own youth. It is a place where children can feel safe, cared for and strengthened, even in the most difficult of times. Visit the link in my bio for more information on how to get in touch or visit your local club to find help, connection and hope. Together we will rebuild stronger.”

According to a new report, Jennifer has canceled all of her upcoming media appearances due to the catastrophic wildfires ravaging Los Angeles.

The message included a list of Boys and Girls Clubs in LA

So far, the fires in California have killed at least 16 people and destroyed an estimated 40,300 hectares of land, 12,300 homes and other structures. They have also caused about $57 billion in economic damage and forced 180,000 people to evacuate.

The Palisades Fire is the largest of the Los Angeles wildfires, covering 23,707 acres, while the Eaton Fire in Pasadena is the deadliest fire, killing 11 and scorching 14,117 acres. The Hurst Fire in the city of Los Angeles is 76 percent contained.

It emerged on Saturday that the crisis prompted Lopez to cancel her publicity rounds for her film Unstoppable, which will be released on Amazon Prime next Friday.

“It’s important for her to focus on supporting the Los Angeles community during this very difficult time,” a source close to her said. People.

Unstoppable is a biopic starring Jharrel Jerome as one-legged wrestling champion Anthony Robles, while Lopez plays his mother Judy.

The film was scheduled to premiere on Tuesday at the iconic TCL Chinese Theater in Hollywood, but the event was canceled due to the wildfires.

Next week, Lopez was scheduled to fly to New York to promote the film on shows including Live With Kelly And Mark, Today, The View and The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.

However, she reportedly canceled her trip completely to devote her attention to assisting firefighting efforts in Los Angeles.

Lopez has reportedly canceled all of her upcoming media appearances due to the catastrophic wildfires ravaging Los Angeles; pictured last weekend in Palm Springs

Last week, she posted Insta Stories detailing “resources to help those affected,” including information on shelter locations and animal care.

She has reportedly checked in with her ex-husband, Ben Affleck, and his children Violet, 19, Fin, 16, and Samuel, 12, amid the deadly wildfires.

The actress is said to have felt “worried and concerned” after learning that her ex-husband and his family were among those under evacuation orders.

A source said Page six that she “reached out as soon as she heard Ben’s home was possibly in danger and that he was being evacuated” and to see how he was doing during the “whole ordeal.”

“It is important for her to focus on supporting the Los Angeles community during this very difficult time,” a source close to her recently told People; pictured last October in Los Angeles

Lopez has reportedly “checked in” with her ex-husband, Ben Affleck, and his children Violet, 19, Fin, 16, and Samuel, 12, amid the deadly Los Angeles wildfires; seen in 2024

So far, the fires in California have killed at least 16 people and destroyed an estimated 40,300 hectares of land, 12,300 homes and other structures. They have also caused approximately $57 billion in economic damage and forced 180,000 people to evacuate; photographed Kenneth Fire on Thursday

Plus, she “lets him know she’s there for him and the kids,” whom he shares with his ex-wife, Jennifer Garner.

“She offered her support for whatever they needed,” the insider noted.

To the relief of Affleck and his loved ones, his property survived the massive Los Angeles wildfires.

After fleeing his home, he was seen heading to safety at Garner’s home.