Renowned YouTuber and musician Meg Deangelis has recently come under fire for an Instagram post related to the devastating wildfires currently sweeping through the Los Angeles area. Many users have labeled her comments as “horrible,”sparking intense debate on social media.
The Los Angeles region is grappling with several wildfires that, as of January 10, 2025, have resulted in the destruction of over 6,000 structures and forced thousands of residents to evacuate. The extent of the damage has been described as “apocalyptic”by both local residents and news outlets, with entire communities laid to waste.
As various influencers have evacuated the region, some have unfortunately found themselves homeless, having lost their residences and belongings to the flames. Leaping into the fray, Deangelis, who recently relocated to LA, faces scrutiny for her lighthearted comments regarding the dire situation.
Controversial Instagram Post by Meg Deangelis
With a follower base of over 4 million subscribers, Meg Deangelis initially garnered attention through her engaging vlog-style content before shifting her focus toward a music career in recent years.
On January 8, 2025, she shared a selfie on Instagram Stories, captioned: “When I escaped NYC because it was too cold, but now this one is literally burning down.” This post quickly attracted criticism, with many users expressing outrage.
A screenshot of her post garnered significant attention on platforms like Reddit, where users voiced their displeasure. Comments included:
- “Omg girl, read the room.”
- “Omg that’s horrible and so stupid. My friend’s house literally just burned down! People have died!”
- “Disgusting, but what else should we expect from an out-of-touch influencer? People have lost everything.”
In response to the backlash, Deangelis followed up her initial post with a more serious note. She shared another photo of the orange-tinged Los Angeles skyline and expressed her heartbreak over the situation, stating: “In all seriousness, this is heartbreaking. I’m thinking about all the wildlife and everyone who is affected.”
Her follow-up message conveyed empathy, saying, “I’m so sorry you have to go through this. Love you, and make sure to check on your friends!”
Continuing her engagement with the ongoing tragedy, Deangelis has shared more about the fires, including a quote from The London Economic addressing climate change and its repercussions:
“Climate change will manifest as a series of disasters viewed through phones with footage that gets closer and closer to where you live until you’re the one filming it.”
The impact of the wildfires extends beyond Deangelis, affecting numerous influencers in the area. For example, Faze Kaysan suffered significant losses as his Malibu home was incinerated, illustrating the widespread devastation facing many.
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