The incident occurred at approximately 4 p.m. on Friday, according to a video and statement shared by Deola on Instagram. Despite the dramatic nature of the fire, there were no casualties—a fact the couple say they are especially thankful for.
"It was a shocking and painful experience," Deola wrote. "But we’re incredibly grateful that the driver made it out safely. No lives were lost, and that’s what truly matters."
In her message, Deola highlighted the importance of valuing life over material possessions, noting that the loss of the car, while significant, paled in comparison to the relief that everyone involved emerged unharmed. "Moments like this remind us how quickly things can change and how unimportant material things become in the face of life itself," she added.
The couple made it clear that they chose to share their ordeal not out of a desire for sympathy, but to encourage others dealing with abrupt and unexpected losses. “Things can be replaced. Lives cannot,” Deola emphasized. “We’re choosing to remain thankful to God for protection, for perspective, and for the quiet strength to keep going.”
She concluded with a message of hope for others experiencing adversity: “We can rebuild. We can begin again and find the strength to keep going. One breath, one prayer, one step at a time.”
Their account has drawn an outpouring of support, with fans and fellow celebrities flooding the comments with prayers and well-wishes, praising the couple’s strength and faith in the face of what could have been a far worse tragedy.
The incident serves as a sobering reminder of life’s unpredictability and the importance of resilience and gratitude in difficult times.