Jennifer Lopez cancels all media engagements next week to focus on supporting Los Angeles during the wildfire crisis.

Jennifer Lopez has made the decision to postpone her upcoming media appearances in the wake of the deadly wildfires that have swept across Los Angeles, throwing the city into crisis. The 55-year-old actress and singer had been scheduled for several high-profile shows in the coming week, including The View, Live with Kelly and Mark, The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, and The Today Show.

However, sources close to Lopez have confirmed that the Unstoppable star has chosen to cancel all of her public engagements, prioritising her focus on the community of Los Angeles, which has been deeply affected by the ongoing wildfires. A source explained to People magazine, “It’s important to her to focus on supporting the community of Los Angeles during this very difficult time.”

Lopez’s decision to step back from her media obligations comes just days after the premiere of her new film, Unstoppable, was also cancelled in Los Angeles. The cancellation was due to safety concerns surrounding the heightened wind activity and fires that have ravaged the city.

A spokesperson for Amazon MGM Studios, the distributor of the film, explained the move in a statement: “In light of today’s safety concerns around heightened wind activity and fire outbreaks in Los Angeles, we have decided to cancel the premiere. As much as we were looking forward to celebrating this wonderful and inspiring film with you, safety is our first priority. Thank you for your understanding and please stay safe.”

The postponement of Lopez’s media engagements follows a pattern of event cancellations due to the escalating wildfire crisis. In addition to the Unstoppable premiere, other major events, including the Critics Choice Awards, have been impacted by the fires, which have led to widespread evacuations and loss of life. Additionally, the announcement of the Academy Award nominations has been delayed in response to the ongoing crisis.

Jennifer Lopez’s decision to cancel her appearances highlights the severity of the situation, as public figures and events across the city adjust to the tragic and ongoing crisis. The actress is not alone in her response, with several other celebrities and public figures in the area joining efforts to support those affected by the wildfires.