Los Angeles, August 2025 – Hollywood evenings were turned upside down when Zoë Kravitz and her mother, Lisa Bonet, sought refuge at Taylor Swift’s Beverly Hills home during the wildfires. Their temporary shelter became “an unforgettable houseguest moment”—all thanks to one sneaky pet snake.
Two-Week Stay Ends in Chaos
When the wildfires forced evacuation, the pop megastar generously offered her historic 1930s home to Kravitz and Bonet. For nearly two weeks, they lived peacefully—until it was time to leave. Kravitz was packing up, striving to be the perfect guest, when disaster struck.
Orpheus Escapes, and Mayhem Ensues
On the final day, Bonet called Kravitz upstairs in a panic. Her pet snake, Orpheus, had disappeared down a small hole hidden next to a built-in banquette in the bathroom. What began as calm soon escalated: drawers were pulled out, and the snake edged further into the wall. In desperation, they summoned Swift’s house manager, who arrived with a crowbar.
From Restoration to Renovation
The rescue quickly became a demolition—tiles ripped, walls scratched, banquette dismantled. Kravitz vividly recalled: “We completely destroyed Taylor’s bathroom.” She offered to cover all repair costs and hoped to fix everything quietly, before Swift could even notice. But Swift, ever perceptive, already knew—she responded light-heartedly, acknowledging the mishap as soon as Kravitz called her.
A Tale of Friendship and Forgiveness
Despite the reptile-induced renovation, the bond between Kravitz and Swift remained unscathed. Their friendship dates back years—spanning quarantine pods during the pandemic in London, creative collaborations like co-writing “Lavender Haze” and “Karma,” and mutual support through tours and life changes.
