'RHOBH' star Bozoma St. John's house burned to the ground in LA fire - she lost everything

Bozoma St. John Grieving the loss of his dream home in Malibu, which was destroyed in the recent fires in Los Angeles.

The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills The star, 47, confirmed in a heartbreaking Instagram post on January 9 that the house he worked tirelessly to get is now gone.

In an emotional post, Saint John reflected on the significance of the home, which he described as having "prayed" and "worked with blood, sweat and tears" to make it a reality. The house was a symbol of peace and a safe place for her and her 15-year-old daughter Lyell. “This is the house I wanted. The house I prayed for. The house I worked blood, sweat and tears for,” he wrote in the caption along with a photo of the property.

Saint John After facing several challenges, including particularly racist neighbors, the house kept for him went on to explain the deep personal meaning. She shared that as a "widow, single black woman with teenagers" trying to buy in an "exclusively-owned beach" area, she had to purchase the property in a trust within a trust to protect her privacy. "This is the house where I found peace after fighting racist neighbors and a community that forced me to buy it in a trust within a trust so that no one would know that a widowed, single black woman with a teenager was buying an exclusive.-owned beach. "

The reality star, who tragically lost her husband to cancer in 2013, described the home as a sanctuary for her and her family. "It was my EFF you I'm home here," Saint John Says “The house I built a cinema room is dedicated to my sister so that she can watch her films in her own sanctuary. This is the home where I finally feel like I can choose to spend time … when I want and how I want.”

Saint John Ended his post with the devastating news that the fire destroyed the entire property. "It's gone," she shared. “It is an unimaginable loss. I'm mourning with the rest of Los Angeles as it burns... and though I've found the words to write here, there's nothing I can say right now to describe the feeling. I ask for your prayers for Lyell and me. God bless you."

of St. John Friends and fellow celebrities expressed their condolences in the comments section, offering words of comfort and support. Andy Cohen wrote, “I'm so sorry. It is unimaginable.” Fashion designer Rachel Zoe shared, “You are one of the strongest, most inspiring women I know, and you always will. We've got you, and you're not alone. My heart is broken for you and all our friends." Actress Sophia Bush also offered her condolences, commenting, "Oh Boz, I'm so sorry. Covering you both with love."

The fires displaced many residents of Los Angeles, affecting more than 80,000 people. Other celebrities including Billy Crystal, Ricky Lake, Cameron Mathison and Paris Hilton have also confirmed losing their homes. Additionally, Adam Brody and Leighton Meester, Anna Faris, Miles and Kleigh Teller, John Goodman, Jennifer Gray and many others have been affected by the fire.

Since the Palisades Fire began on Jan. 7, strong winds and dry conditions have prompted mandatory evacuation orders for more than 130,000 residents. So far, the fire has claimed lives, although the full extent and exact number of damages are still being determined by officials.

of St. John The damage is just one of many as wildfires continue to blaze through the Los Angeles area.

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Avigall is an entertainment blogger for All About the T, specializing in The Real Housewives of Atlanta and The Real Housewives of Potomac. Avigail has a background in marketing. She is a Brooklynite living in the Bahamas with a passion for travel, writing, watching reality TV, pop culture and spoken word.