The California wildfires have to date killed at least 25 people, destroyed over 12,000 structures, and put 300,000 people under evacuation orders, greatly impacting Hollywood.
Jean Smart called for awards shows to be revised, suggesting networks should not air them and instead donate the revenue to the fire victims.
Stephen King supported the cancellation of the Oscars, emphasizing that it feels inappropriate to celebrate amidst the devastation caused by wildfires in Los Angeles.
The entertainment industry, crucial to California's economy with $43bn in wages, faces long-term recovery challenges due to the simultaneous impact of the wildfires and prior disruptions.
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