Bette Midler shares video of family singing on ruins of home destroyed by Eaton Fire

deadline.com January 11, 2025, 09:00 PM UTC

Bette Midler shared a video of the Halpin family singing “hallelujah” on the ruins of their home in Altadena, destroyed by the Eaton Fire. This comes amid ongoing wildfires in Southern California, which have caused significant damage. The Eaton Fire has burned over 14,000 acres and destroyed nearly 1,000 structures, resulting in at least 11 fatalities. Many residents have been displaced, with over 100,000 people ordered to evacuate. President Joe Biden declared the fires a major disaster and visited affected areas. He expressed support for the residents and first responders dealing with the crisis.


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