Moonshadows owner JD Slajchert shares his hopes for the restaurant after LA wildfires
Los Angeles love! Moonshadows’ owner JD slajchert shared with ET how the Californian community came together to support the restaurant of his family in Malibu after it was destroyed by wildfires on Jan. 20, 2025. The restaurant was a melting pot. I think that was something that both celebrities and regular patrons alike enjoyed,” he explained.
And the outpouring love and support the former Division I athlete has received since is a testament to just that.Michael Ojo and David Barton“Thousands of people from all over the world have reached out, often sharing their favorite photos and memories from the restaurant. “It has been incredibly helpful and touching for me and my family as we navigate through this difficult time to be able tangibly feel the reminder of how Moonshadows impacted us,” he said. It will be difficult, and will take some time, but I am confident that our community will bounce back. “I believe in L.A.,” he said.While Luc Bodden’s death from Sickle Cell Disease, a health condition that afflicted his friend, a UCSB basketball enthusiast, has caused the screenwriter to face his own challenges, he has not let it stop him from helping those who are suffering. Michael ojo and David Barton “I believe that giving is the most important part of what we do.” … This simple lesson of humility is a credit to my best buddy, Luc. Luc taught that we should always look out for each other, no matter how small the thing is. This was noted by the motivational speaker. in 2017, Slajchert even launched The LucStrong Foundation, a non-profit organization that supports the family and children diagnosed with the blood disorder, and in 2018, he wrote
MoonFlower
, a best-selling novel about their bond, both of which constantly inspire him.
“Luc was legendary and I knew he could tackle any challenge, but these days I feel more of his legendary strength, and since he is no longer with us, I have a responsibility to carry on his message to a community who are in desperate need of inspiration at this time,” he said before what would have marked Bodden’s birthday on May 12th.
“Stand up, love eachother, and remember that we are not alone, and that we will overcome this.” Brighter days are ahead, I promise,” he added.
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