Stars' Seaside Retreats Threatened By Malibu Wildfire.

22-10-2007 05:06

Stars' Seaside Retreats Threatened By Malibu Wildfire....

Seaside celebrity enclave Malibu Colony in California has been ravaged by a fast-paced wildfire, which broke out early on Sunday morning (21Oct07).The blaze has already claimed an animal hospital and landmark buildings Hodge Castle, which was reportedly once owned by Bob Dylan, and Malibu Presbyterian Church.Locals are mourning the loss of socialite Lilly Lawrence's castle home - because it included a private museum featuring letters from Grace Kelly, Princess Diana and six U.S. presidents.

More than 500 firefighters are battling the blaze as Wenn goes to press, but Los Angeles County Fire Department Inspector Sam Padilla admits the fire is far from under control.Residents of Malibu Colony were evacuated to nearby Zuma Beach as the wildfire threatened their homes.Built in the 1930s, the cluster of luxury homes that is Malibu Colony has been a favourite of celebrities over the years.Director and producer James Cameron and actress/singer Olivia Newton-John have been evacuated according to local news, and there are many homes in the Malibu area which are imminent danger.