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By Shannon Power
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Ricki Lake has opened up on the devastating impact of losing her home in the Los Angeles wildfires.
The actress and former talk show host, described her Malibu home as a "sanctuary" that took her and husband, Ross Burningham, more than seven years to build.
Newsweek contacted Lake's representatives by email on Friday morning for comment.
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Why It Matters
The raging wildfires in Los Angeles have destroyed around 12,000 homes and burned more than 40,000 acres of land in little more than two weeks. The death toll is at least 27.
Lake was one of many celebrities who lost their homes in the fires. Others include, Paris Hilton, Billy Crystal and reality TV stars Spencer Pratt and Heidi Montag.
What to Know
Lake has been keeping her Instagram followers updated on her wellbeing in the aftermath of losing her home.
In one post she described her house burning down as "paralyzing" alongside a series of photos from happier times inside the sprawling estate.
"My home in Malibu was a sanctuary, a hub for so many friends and loved ones. Too many gatherings to count. Endless areas on the property to hang, dance and play," she wrote in the caption.
"It is exhausting and paralyzing right now to try and wrap my head around how I will do it all again..... but I will. 🙏❤️💔."
In another video, Lake began crying describing how she felt like "one of the lucky ones" because her friends had taken her in but still "feels really, really strange right now."
"I'm just this close to full waterworks, and I'm also like numb," she said in the video. "I can't feel anything. I can only describe what we're experiencing."
What People Are Saying
Her followers and friends reacted to her post by sending their thoughts and prayers.
"Thank you for always being so warm and gracious in opening your home to us," wrote @TannerBurningham. "We've shared so many beautiful memories together, and we treasure each one deeply. We're so thankful you're both safe, and we can't wait to create even more wonderful memories with you two—and Dolly, of course. We love you all so much! ❤️."
"You will have heaven on earth again my friend! Sending you all the love and healing, every day @rickilake! 🙏🏻♥️," wrote Diedre Fay.
"what a special place in the world- I am so sorry for your loss. Sending prayers for a beautiful rebuild 🏡," commented @donnapkarlin.
What's Next
Lake asked her fans to keep her and her family in their prayers, and vowed to rebuild.
"My house was vibe," she said. "I'm planning to rebuild. We're definitely not selling that land. We're going to build something different there. That land is sacred. That land is magical."
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