Mel Gibson’s $14.5M Malibu mansion destroyed by raging LA wildfires. Image Credit: Joe Rogan Experience
“But when I got home, sure enough, it wasn’t there. I went home and I said to myself, well, at least I haven’t got any of those pesky plumbing problems anymore.”
Gibson humorously reflects on his loss.
When he finally got back, he was met with the harsh reality.
He mentioned that he had lost many cherished items, including photographs and clothing, but he acknowledged that these items could be replaced.
“The good news is that my family and those I love are all well,” he said.
The mansion’s history
The mansion, built in 1996, was a beautiful property that Gibson purchased in 2008 for $11.5 million.
It had five bedrooms and a unique castle-like design.
For years, Gibson had been trying to sell the mansion.
At one point, he even reduced the asking price by $3 million. Now, the property is just a memory.
Gibson expressed concerns about environmental neglect.
During the podcast with Joe Rogan, Gibson shared his thoughts on the wildfires.
He expressed concern about the state of society and the environment.
Gibson mentioned that we are seeing signs of a possible collapse, referring to a book by Jared Diamond titled Collapse: How Societies Choose to Fail or Succeed.
He believes that society is not taking enough care of the environment, which can lead to disasters like wildfires.
Gibson’s son, Milo, who is part of the volunteer fire brigade in Malibu, shared videos of their neighborhood engulfed in flames.
This made the situation feel even more real for Gibson.
Despite the tragedy, he noted that he has another home in Costa Rica, where he plans to spend time.
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“I love it there,” he said, hinting that this might be a chance for a fresh start away from California.
The impact of wildfires
The wildfires in Los Angeles have caused significant destruction, leaving many people without homes.
The fires have been fueled by strong winds and dry vegetation.
Many celebrities, like Gibson, have lost their homes in this disaster.
The situation has become increasingly dire, with thousands of people under evacuation orders and many without power.
