Last year, the vacant building officially became a historic cultural monument in the city of Los Angeles.

The extent of the damage remains unclear.

I have zero interest in having my familys legacy go away, Idol told the magazine.

Firefighters work on the roof of the burned Pacific Dining Car restaurant at 1310 W. 6th Street in Los Angeles, CA on Saturday, Aug. 3, 2024. The historic restaurant was once a hangout for L.A. powerbrokers and Hollywood celebrities.

Firefighters work on the roof of the burned Pacific Dining CarMyung J. Chun / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images

Theres something very productive in a pause.

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