George and Amal Clooney evacuated their home in Brignoles, France, as wildfires forced thousands to flee the region, with the couple vowing to support the town’s recovery.
George and Amal Clooney have fled their home at their farm in Brignoles, France, as wildfires fueled by extreme heat forced thousands to evacuate the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region. The couple, who are raising their 9-year-old twins, Ella and Alexander, in France, sent a letter to local mayor Didier Brémond emphasizing their commitment to the community amid the crisis.
The Evacuation Letter: A Commitment to Brignoles
In a letter obtained by multiple outlets, the Clooneys wrote, Dear Didier, at this point we have no idea whether our beautiful home makes it through this terrible moment,
according to People. “As we evacuate Brignoles we want to emphasize 2 things, first we hope you and the people of our city are safe, and second that Amal and I are committed to making sure that whatever happens to our village, we are part of this community and we’ll be part of making it whole.” The couple described Brignoles as our friends who live there.
The letter, shared with USA Today, underscored their ties to the region. The Clooneys, who obtained their French citizenship in December 2025, have framed their move to France as a bid for privacy and a better life for their children. A good portion of my life growing up was on a farm, and as a kid I hated the whole idea of it,
Clooney told Esquire in 2025. But now, for them, it’s like – they’re not on their iPads, you know? They have dinner with grown-ups and have to take their dishes in.
Wildfires and Evacuations: Scale of the Crisis
Over 3,000 people were evacuated from the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region, with authorities reporting 224,000 evacuees in the Gironde region of France. The fires, described as “uncontained” by the Associated Press, are four times the size of Paris. Firefighters, aided by Canadair, Dash, and water-bomber helicopters, have been deployed to combat the blazes.
French President Emmanuel Macron praised the “united people” standing shoulder to shoulder
against the crisis, tweeting, All civil and military resources are mobilized: civil security aerial resources, Canadair, Dash, water-bomber helicopters, reinforcements from across France.
Près de 5.000 personnes avaient dû être évacuées de plusieurs communes du centre du département depuis le début du sinistre mardi dernier. Local officials reported that 600 people, including more than 150 who were welcomed at the Hall des expositions de Brignoles, had to be evacuated.
Citizenship and Community Ties: A Deeper Connection
The couple own a farm in the town of Brignoles. Il était très important pour moi que mes gamins puissent avoir une enfance normale,
Clooney said.
What’s Next? Rebuilding and Uncertainty
As firefighters work to contain the blazes, the Clooneys’ return to their estate remains uncertain. The couple has not commented on the condition of their home, but their letter signaled resilience. We love Brignoles and our friends who live there,
they wrote. Meanwhile, local officials urge residents to follow emergency directives, with no clear timeline for re-entry.
The wildfires have reignited debates about climate resilience in southern Europe. With heatwaves becoming more frequent, the Clooneys’ experience highlights the growing risks faced by high-profile residents in rural areas. For now, the couple’s message of solidarity with Brignoles underscores their deep connection to the region, even as they navigate the uncertainty of the crisis.
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