Paris Hilton opens her heart to displaced animals after losing her home in LA wildfires

Paris Hilton is proving her heart is as big as her empire. Amid the devastation of the Los Angeles wildfires, the socialite, entrepreneur, and mother of two has stepped up in a way that's melting hearts everywhere. Even after her Malibu mansion was reduced to ashes, Hilton made time to foster a dog that was surrendered by a family who also lost everything.

The 45-year-old multi-hyphenate took to Instagram on Monday, sharing her emotional journey at the Pasadena Humane Society."We're going to foster another dog who was surrendered by his family who lost their home in the fire," she said, standing in front of crowded kennels filled with animals displaced by the flames.

The pup, named Zuzu, has already found comfort in Hilton's care. She shared photos of the adorable dog with her millions of followers, along with a plea to support local shelters overwhelmed by the disaster. "This is such an incredible charity doing so much for the animals affected by the flames," Hilton wrote, emphasizing the need for donations and adoptions during this crisis.

The LA wildfires, which have scorched over 14,000 acres in Altadena and Pasadena, have left heartbreaking destruction in their wake. As of Monday, 16 lives have been lost in the Eaton Fire, while the earlier Palisades Fire claimed eight lives and destroyed nearly 24,000 acres-including Hilton's cherished Malibu home.

Paris Hilton's compassionate response to wildfire devastation

Hilton, who shares two young children with husband Carter Reum, described watching her home burn on live TV as "heartbreaking beyond words." The Malibu mansion was a place where she built "so many precious memories," including her son Phoenix's first steps. Despite her overwhelming loss, Hilton expressed gratitude that her family and pets are safe.

Her work at the Pasadena Humane Society reflects her resilience. While fostering Zuzu, Hilton highlighted the importance of reuniting lost pets with their families. She posted about a collar-less cat rescued in Altadena, encouraging followers to share the animal's details and help locate its owner. "These animals are our babies," she said, urging Angelenos to come together during this tragedy.

Hilton's ability to give back, even in the face of personal devastation, has inspired fans. Her Instagram comments are flooded with praise for her selflessness, with followers calling her a "true angel" and "a hero for these animals."

As the fires rage on, Hilton's message remains clear: "Protect one another and hold onto hope. Hug your loved ones a little tighter tonight-you never know when everything could change."