Billy Crystal heading to Broadway to relive losing his home in wildfires
Hollywood veteran Billy Crystal is heading to Broadway to tell the story of losing his home in California wildfires in a "challenging" new one-man show.
Billy Crystal is heading to Broadway to tell the story of losing his home in the California wildfires.
The When Harry Met Sally ... star, 78, has written the script for his "challenging" one-man show 860, which takes its name from the address of his beloved home in the Pacific Palisades which burned to the ground in the disaster at the start of 2025.
He said in a statement: "I am thrilled to return to Broadway this fall with this challenging new show. 860 was the address of the home we lost in the Palisades fires. We lived there for 46 years.
"I invite you to come inside 860 and I’ll tell you all the funny and touching things that happened there, not only in my career but to our family."
He added: "It’s a joyous and heartfelt visit, about how with the love of family and friends and your inner strength, you can get through tough times. I look forward to returning to Broadway and welcoming audiences to 860."
The show is due to open in October but a venue has yet to be announced.
Billy made his Broadway debut in 2004 and he returned to the New York stage in 2022, winning a Tony Award for his role in Mr. Saturday Night.
The actor previously shared his devastation after losing his home in the California wildfires, explaining he'd lived there for more than four decades with his wife Janice and they'd raised their children there.
In a statement to PEOPLE, Billy said: "Words cannot describe the enormity of the devastation we are witnessing and experiencing. We ache for our friends and neighbors who have also lost their homes and businesses in this tragedy.
"Janice and I lived in our home since 1979. We raised our children and grandchildren here. Every inch of our house was filled with love. Beautiful memories that can't be taken away. We are heartbroken of course but with the love of our children and friends we will get through this.
"We pray for the safety of the firefighters and first responders. The Pacific Palisades is a resilient community of amazing people and we know in time it will rise again. It is our home."
