The cast of the upcoming horror sequel Ready Or Not 2: Here I Come was evacuated from a luxury Paris hotel on Wednesday after a fire broke out. Actors Sarah Michelle Gellar, Elijah Wood, and Kathryn Newton were among those forced to leave Le Bristol hotel mid-interview, as alarms sounded around 11am local time.
According to reports, the fire started in the hotel's kitchen, prompting the evacuation of approximately 400 guests and staff. Emergency services attended the scene, and three individuals received treatment for injuries. A hotel spokesperson later confirmed the fire was “fully contained and extinguished,” describing the evacuation as a precautionary measure. The hotel has since reopened, though its restaurant remains closed.
Despite the disruption, Kathryn Newton later posted on Instagram appearing to show her back inside the hotel, where rooms can cost upwards of £1,800 per night. The incident occurred during a press day for the film, a sequel to the 2019 cult hit that blends horror and dark comedy. In the new instalment, Gellar plays Ursula, a member of the ultra-wealthy Danforth family.
Separately, Gellar has expressed disappointment over the cancellation of a planned Buffy the Vampire Slayer reboot. The project, which had secured a pilot order from Hulu, was reportedly halted by a senior Disney executive. Gellar had shared behind-the-scenes glimpses, including images from a table read with director Chloé Zhao. The cancellation follows the death of original cast member Nicholas Brendon.
