Adrian Smith, the esteemed guitarist of Iron Maiden, has tragically lost his Malibu residence to the devastating wildfires sweeping through Los Angeles. His wife, Nathalie Dufresne-Smith, shared the heartbreaking news on Instagram, posting a poignant photo captioned: “We are safe. We have each other. We will start again. #malibustrong Thank you for your support during these trying times.”
Earlier, Nathalie had documented their evacuation process, expressing concern for their neighborhood and urging immediate departure as the fires approached. The wildfires have wreaked havoc across the region, with reports indicating at least 16 fatalities and the destruction of over 12,000 structures across approximately 37,000 acres in the greater Los Angeles area.
The Smiths are among numerous families affected by this disaster, including several celebrities and musicians. The community has rallied in support, with messages pouring in from fans worldwide. Organizations like CalFire have provided resources for those impacted, including evacuation guides and real-time updates via the Watch Duty app.
Our thoughts are with Adrian, Nathalie, and all those affected by these catastrophic events.
