Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and his wife Cheryl Hines successfully protected their Los Angeles home from the devastating wildfires sweeping through the city, thanks to a roof-mounted sprinkler system that was caught on camera dousing their property with water. The couple, who reside in a $6.6 million Mediterranean-style mansion in Brentwood, have managed to avoid the destruction that has impacted thousands of homes across the region.
Footage of the sprinkler system showed a fine mist spraying from the roof, cascading over the main entrance and a nearby tree. Aerial images also revealed the use of red fire retardant dropped by firefighters battling the inferno behind the couple’s home, further demonstrating the extensive measures taken to safeguard the property.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and his wife Cheryl Hines used a roof-mounted sprinkler system to protect their Los Angeles from the LA fires. https://t.co/eZ6FhOOwyX pic.twitter.com/vDVpvHPFLV
— liten drage (@DrageLiten) January 24, 2025
The couple’s residence is located in Mandeville Canyon, a part of Brentwood known for its exclusivity and affluent residents. Kennedy, 71, and Hines, 59, purchased the home in July 2021. The 5,900-square-foot property features six bedrooms, seven bathrooms, and an array of luxury amenities, including lush gardens, a swimming pool with a waterfall, a spa, and a Tiki bar. The home’s interior boasts an open-plan design with double-height ceilings, large windows, and abundant natural light, described in the property listing as creating an “ethereal feel.”
Hines, best known for her role in Curb Your Enthusiasm, sold her previous Mandeville Canyon home to comedian Chelsea Handler for $5.9 million shortly after moving into her current residence with Kennedy. Their neighbors in the exclusive enclave reportedly include high-profile figures such as Dr. Dre, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Oliver Stone.
Despite the couple’s success in preserving their home, the wildfires have caused widespread devastation across California. Since the fires began on January 7, over 14,000 structures have been destroyed, and at least 28 people have lost their lives. Containment efforts have made significant progress, with the Palisades Fire reported at 72 percent containment and the Eaton Fire at 95 percent. However, new threats have emerged as two additional fires break out, raising concerns among residents and emergency responders.
Take a drive down Pacific Coast Highway in Los Angeles, California after the Pacific Palisades fire
Governor Gavin Newsom and Mayor Karen Bass must be held accountable for this
This was one of the most iconic drives anywhere in the world. LA history gone. pic.twitter.com/OEcxtwmYGm
— Wall Street Apes (@WallStreetApes) January 15, 2025
The Hughes Fire, which began on Wednesday, is rapidly spreading through the hills near Santa Clarita, approximately 40 miles northwest of Hollywood. Tens of thousands of residents in the nearby community of Castaic have been forced to evacuate their homes as the flames encroach on the area. Another blaze has ignited in Laguna Beach, threatening the multimillion-dollar properties in the coastal enclave.
California continues to burn with the new Huges Fire… Gavin Newsom needs to resign.pic.twitter.com/RVMADwp0S1
— BiffBifford™ 🇺🇸 (@TBifford) January 23, 2025
As of now, the fires have caused an estimated $28 billion in insured damages, with additional uninsured losses likely to push the total even higher. While Kennedy and Hines’ sprinkler system highlights one of the many steps taken by homeowners to mitigate fire risks, the destruction underscores the ongoing threat posed by California’s wildfire crisis. Local authorities and firefighting crews continue to work tirelessly to contain the blazes, but with new fires emerging, the situation remains precarious for many residents across the region.
