In a heartwarming act of kindness, Hilary Duff and her husband, Matthew Koma, have opened their home to Mandy Moore and Taylor Goldsmith following the devastating Los Angeles fires. The catastrophic Eaton Fire forced Mandy Moore, her 39-year-old musician husband Taylor Goldsmith, and their three young children to evacuate their home in Altadena, seeking safety elsewhere.
Griffin Goldsmith, Taylor’s brother and fellow musician, shared the touching news in an Instagram post on January 13. He revealed that the Lizzie McGuire star and her family welcomed Mandy Moore, Taylor Goldsmith, and their children—three-year-old Gus, two-year-old Oscar, and a three-month-old infant—into their home without hesitation.
“They’ve taken care of my entire family from the moment this began,” Griffin wrote, expressing deep gratitude for the couple’s generosity. The 34-year-old Dawes band member described their gesture as “the kindest act one human could do for another.”
Griffin’s heartfelt post also detailed the extensive damage caused by the fires, which ravaged Mandy Moore’s family properties and much of their neighborhood in Altadena, Los Angeles County. He shared his personal anguish over encouraging his parents to settle in the area, only for their home to be severely impacted by the blaze.
In addition to providing shelter, Hilary and Matthew went a step further by suggesting Griffin set up a GoFundMe campaign to aid in rebuilding their lives. “They are the most beautiful, selfless people we’ve ever known,” Griffin added, lauding their unwavering support during this crisis.
However, the GoFundMe initiative sparked controversy after Mandy Moore shared it on her Instagram. Some critics questioned the need for a fundraising effort, prompting Mandy Moore to respond directly to detractors. In a candid reply, she told them to “F*** off,” underscoring the emotional toll the disaster had taken on her and her family.
This story of resilience and compassion highlights the strength of community in times of hardship. Hilary Duff and Matthew Koma’s generosity towards Mandy Moore and her family serves as a reminder of the profound impact kindness can have during challenging moments.