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2:50 PM PT -- Newsom's office tells TMZ ... "After hearing from Rachel, the Governor immediately spoke to President Biden and as a result of that call the President committed to covering 100% of the recovery costs for the next 180 days. That’s a game-changer."

The Governor's rep also says they spoke to Rachel in order "to connect her with recovery services, local support, and provide the latest information."

They add, "This was not a normal blaze. When this fire began, firefighters were battling flames fueled by 100mph hurricane-force winds against them."

According to Newsom's office, local officials say "three million gallons of water (enough water to cover 2 football fields in a foot of water) were stored in three large tanks for fire hydrants before the Palisades fire, but the supply was exhausted because of the extreme scale of the fire and extraordinary nature of this hurricane-force firestorm."

CA Gov. Gavin Newsom tried to use President Biden as a shield when a distraught wildfire victim confronted him Thursday -- but his efforts kinda blew up in his face.

The woman, a lawyer named Rachel Darvish, ran up to Newsom as he was getting into his car -- leaving a devastated Pacific Palisades -- and started hammering him with questions about everything that went wrong for firefighters ... and a Sky News camera crew captured the intense showdown.

Darvish demanded answers about why there was no water pressure in fire hydrants to help firefighters knock down the flames -- Newsom quickly responded by holding up his phone and telling her he was talking to President Biden at that very moment about getting aid to victims.

Kristin Cavallari is heading for 'The Hills' ... looking to get out of Nashville ASAP -- and, she's willing to take a whole lot less for her home to do it.

The reality television star's Tennessee home is now listed for just under $9 million ... a $950K cut from the asking price she established in August 2024.

This was already a reduction from her original asking price ... 'cause she wanted $11 million when she put the house up in June 2024 -- so, clearly she's trying to get the property off her books.

Adam Carolla is one of many people caught in the uncertainty of the L.A. wildfires, unsure if his Malibu home is still standing -- but he says, unfortunately, it comes with the territory when you live there.

The comedian joined "TMZ Live" from Las Vegas Thursday, where he's performing, and didn’t hold back ... saying if people choose to live in fire-prone areas, like Malibu, that’s their prerogative -- and he believes they will go back and rebuild.

However, he says he gets it if insurance companies don't want to cover people living in a "place that's gonna catch on fire every 15 minutes."

First responders can eat well after a long day of fighting the blazes plaguing Los Angeles ... 'cause his hot spot in Beverly Hills is handing out free food to emergency services personnel.

TMZ has learned ... Spago -- owned by chef and restaurateur Wolfgang Puck -- in Beverly Hills is giving out food to first responders through the weekend.

If you don't know ... Spago is a high-end restaurant -- one that usually plays host to stars like Taylor Swift, Kanye West and whole hosts of celebs at awards show after-parties.

Anitta's saying hello to the New Year by waving goodbye to clothes ... stripping down to a bra and underwear while hanging out in snowy Switzerland!

The singer-songwriter posted about her icy vacay Thursday morning ... sharing pics where she's lounging on a chair in the middle of the snow -- wearing the bra, underwear, a beanie and heavy boots.

She's playful in these shots ... tongue sticking out and a big smile for the camera while perched on the windowsill of the cabin where she stayed with her pals.

Former Olympic swimmer Gary Hall Jr. says fleeing from the L.A. wildfires this week was a horrifying experience -- as he had only seconds to get out -- and it's clear he's disappointed he couldn't save his Games medals as he hastily evacuated.

The 50-year-old -- who earned 10 pieces of hardware in the 1996, 2000 and 2004 Olympics -- sat down with Harvey and Charles on Thursday's "TMZ Live" to detail how he escaped the flames that have been ravaging L.A. this week ... and he said it was everything but easy.

Hall Jr. says the blaze came on him and his house so quickly -- he only had "probably tops of three minutes" to get some belongings and get out.

Tom Hanks and Steven Spielberg are two lucky Hollywood stars ... 'cause both of their houses appear unscathed while the rest of their neighborhoods burn around them.

TMZ has obtained photos and video of the two properties ... showing Hanks' cliffside home and Spielberg's sprawling, wooded estate still standing.

Check out the clip ... the house just above Hanks' went up in flames -- with smoke still wafting in the air -- while Tom's pad stands without even a speck of ash on it.

Henry Winkler is among those claiming the deadly blazes ravaging L.A. are definitely arson ... but unless he has some proof, fire officials tell TMZ The Fonz needs to chill.

Following yet another blaze that started Wednesday night -- this time in the Hollywood Hills -- HW exclaimed on X ... "THERE IS an ARSONIST here in LA . May you be beaten you unrecognizable !!! The pain you have caused !!!"

Here's the issue ... there's no way to know at this moment exactly where and how the series of fires started ... but an investigation is underway, an L.A. Fire official tells TMZ.

Chance the Rapper has settled his divorce with estranged wife Kirsten Corley ... TMZ has learned.

Last week, the hip hop star and Corley filed docs in Cook County, Illinois informing the court they've struck a settlement to finalize their divorce, which will formally end their nearly 6 year marriage.

In the docs, obtained by TMZ, Kirsten says she tied the knot with Chance in December 2018, but their marriage is now irretrievably broken and the two have been separated for more than 6 months.

Zach Bryan has had it with the haters since his split from Brianna "Chickenfry" LaPaglia, and he’s not holding back -- it was time to let the trolls have it!

The country singer let loose on IG Thursday, firing back at his critics and calling out the "f***ing weird couch warriors" targeting his friends -- even going as far as to say their behavior was so bizarre, they should be "studied for science."

Zach rebuffed the ridiculous rumors of him juggling 4 different girlfriends in 2 weeks, setting the record straight that he's single and staying that way. He said it's all about his friends right now ... who, according to Zach, are being harassed and receiving death threats online.

Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick was among the many citizens who lost their homes to the devastating wildfires this week, according to reports.

The first-year manager revealed his family was forced to evacuate the Pacific Palisades amid the blaze earlier this week ... while sharing his loved ones were "freaking out."

Unfortunately for the former NBA vet, their house did not survive, Shams Charania said Thursday.

Jhené Aiko is the latest celeb to lose their home to the huge fires encircling Los Angeles ... but, thankfully, it sounds like everyone's safe, despite the scary image she shared.

Aiko posted about the news Thursday morning ... writing the home in Pacific Palisades she shares with her children and all their belongings burned to the ground -- and, now they've got to start from scratch.

Jhené also shared a scary picture of the fire overtaking her home ... flames consuming the living room in a pic she took from the street.

Heidi Klum and Tom Kaulitz were all about the sunshine -- and each other -- in St. Barts, living their best island life.

Tom couldn't resist laying his hands, and the rest of himself, all over his wife as she rocked a tiny bikini, showcasing that timeless supermodel figure.

The couple was living it up, splashing in the water and sneaking in kisses, all while soaking up the vibe.

tWitch's mother is committed to defending her son's legacy ... declaring recent claims about her late son are totally bogus -- becoming the latest family member to call out his widow, Allison Holker.

Connie Boss Alexander posted a statement to Instagram Thursday morning ... writing the family is completely appalled by the "misleading and hurtful claims" floating around about her son.

Alexander explains she can't let these accusations go unanswered ... adding she refuses to sit idly by while her son's legacy is tarnished.

A man's calling his elderly father-in-law a hero for his courageous efforts as they desperately escaped the Pacific Palisades wildfire ... especially since Parkinson’s makes it tough for him to move.

Aaron Samson spoke about their terrifying plight on CBS Mornings Thursday, revealing after seeing smoke and fire near his 83-year-old father-in-law's house, he knew they had to leave. There was just one problem -- they had no car.

Aaron quickly ran down the street, begging for help, and luckily found a neighbor who agreed to pick them up. He grabbed his father-in-law's meds and they hopped in the car.

Celebrities continue to lose their homes amid the wildfires torching Los Angeles, and TMZ has learned of three more stars whose properties have been completely destroyed.

Jeff Bridges' rep confirms to us his Malibu home he shares with his family was tragically lost in the Pacific Palisades fire. The 4-bedroom home with views of the Pacific Ocean has been in the Bridges family for generations and was inherited by Jeff, his brother -- actor Beau Bridges -- and their sister.

Candy Spelling is also reeling from the tragedy after losing her home on Malibu's Pacific Coast Highway. Candy tells TMZ ... "I’m in shock and processing this massive loss for our family. I am beyond grateful for the memories. It was truly a wonderful gift to have."