Nina Dobrev Opens Up About 'Survivor's Guilt' After Escaping L.A. Wildfires

Nina Dobrev Opens Up About 'Survivor's Guilt' After Escaping L.A. Wildfires

Nina Dobrev, known for her role in The Vampire Diaries, shared an emotional message following her evacuation from the devastating wildfires currently ravaging Southern California.

Taking to Instagram, the actress posted a heartfelt video, reflecting on the destruction caused by the fire tornadoes and the overwhelming impact on countless families.

"It’s been such a tragic time in Los Angeles recently," Dobrev began, visibly emotional. "I’ve been absolutely sick to my stomach seeing the destruction and devastation these fires have caused. My heart is broken for all the people affected."

The star revealed that her evacuation coincided with her birthday on January 9, making the experience even more poignant.

"We evacuated on my birthday, which was definitely not how I planned to spend it," she shared. "But I wanted to take this moment to thank everyone for their birthday wishes and use this platform to make a request."

Dobrev admitted she is struggling with "survivor’s guilt," as her home survived the fires despite being dangerously close to the affected areas.

"My house made it, but so many others weren’t as fortunate," she confessed. "It’s hard to celebrate anything when so many are going through unimaginable loss."

Using her platform to advocate for relief efforts, Dobrev urged her followers to donate to organizations supporting those affected by the wildfires. "Every little bit counts," she emphasized, encouraging her fans to extend their support to displaced families.

Dobrev’s plea serves as a reminder of the widespread devastation caused by the wildfires and the importance of collective action to help rebuild affected communities.