Mandy Moore stands her ground against adversity. In the wake of a harrowing hit-and-run incident, the beloved actress of "This Is Us," who shares her life with her husband, Taylor Goldsmith, and their cherished children—August "Gus," aged 4, Oscar "Ozzie," 2, and the baby Louise, just 10 months old—took to social media with a poignant message aimed at the errant driver who collided with her family and fled the scene.
On August 1, Mandy posted on her Instagram Stories, "To the woman who rammed into my family and sped away as we safely pulled over, may karma catch up with you. Thankfully, we all escaped unscathed, but what kind of soul could behave in such a manner?"
Indeed, this automobile accident marks yet another harrowing chapter in the 41-year-old actress's family's turbulent year. Earlier in January, they were compelled to evacuate amidst the devastating Eaton fire that swept through Southern California.
Posting a heartfelt message alongside footage of burning buildings on January 8, Mandy, the star of "Walk to Remember," penned, "I love you, Altadena. I am eternally grateful that my family and pets managed to escape last night before it was too late. Infinite thanks to our friends who welcomed us into their homes and provided us with essentials."
During their time of need, Mandy's family found refuge with her dear friend Hilary Duff. Mandy elaborated on her emotions and the impact the fire had on her family, saying, "I am in a state of shock and numbness, grieving for all that has been lost, including by my own family. My children's school is no more. Our beloved restaurants have been reduced to rubble. Numerous friends and loved ones have also lost everything they owned."
More recently, Mandy and her family of five embarked on a refreshing escape to Punta Mita, Nayarit, Mexico. Mandy, the enchanting actress from "Tangled," and Taylor, the frontman of Dawes, shared delightful moments with their little ones on the pristine sandy shore where the waves kiss the land, with scenic rocks serving as a stunning backdrop. Additional snapshots captured unforgettable memories—such as mouthwatering meals and her children frolicking in the waves—made during the trip with friends, including cookbook author Gaby Dalkin.
Captioning one of the July 31 posts, Mandy wrote, "There's nothing quite like a beach vacation with some of your closest friends. What an extraordinary few days, @fspuntamita! We are already eager to return (Gus hasn't stopped raving about it)!!"
