Zoe Kravitz and Lisa Bonet: The Great Snake Escape That Nearly Destroyed Everything
Yep, leave it to Zoe Kravitz to take houseguesting to a whole new level by nearly losing a snake in Taylor Swift’s Beverly Hills mansion. Yes, you read that right – a literal snake. In Taylor Swift’s house. During her August 12th appearance on Late Night with Seth Meyers, Zoe dropped this snake story. Because this year, ya know,  isn’t wild enough already.
How Zoe Kravitz Ended Up Playing Snake Wrangler at Taylor Swift’s Place
Zoe was promoting her new film “Caught Stealing” on Late Night when she casually mentioned that time she and her mom Lisa Bonet almost became the worst houseguests in celebrity history. Blame it on the wildfires.
The whole mess started in January during the devastating California fires. Zoe Kravitz and her mom Lisa Bonet needed somewhere safe to stay. Swift – being an awesome friend – opened her doors. Of course, Lisa brought along her pet snake, Orpheus. Zoe explained to Seth Meyers:
We ended up having to stay there for about two weeks… And Taylor has this beautiful house. It’s from the ’30s, it’s something you want to preserve and take care of.
Too bad fate had other plans involving a slithery escape artist named Orpheus.
Snake on the Loose!
Zoe said her mom Lisa called her to the bathroom, where she found her mom crouched in a corner, gripping the snake’s tail – like her life depended on it. Kravitz recounted:
I’m like, ‘What’s going on, dude?’ And [Lisa was] like, ‘So, I was washing my face, and I had Orpheus, and I just put her down for a second, closed the door, and she found this little hole in the corner,’
The curious snake had discovered a tiny opening near a built-in banquette and she decided to explore. Orpheus was treating Taylor Swift’s wall system like it was some kind of reptilian adventure park! Meanwhile, Lisa Bonet was literally holding on for dear life – (and the tail end of their dignity) – attempting to prevent Orpheus from disappearing forever into the wall.
When Crisis Management Involves Crowbars and Bathroom Demolition
What do you do when faced with the choice between destroying a pop icon’s bathroom or admitting you’ve lost a snake in her walls? If you’re Zoe Kravitz, you apparently choose the first option.
Swift’s house manager appeared with a crowbar (yeah, apparently, this wasn’t his first rodeo with celebrity houseguest emergencies). Kravitz further said:
We’re ripping up the tile. We’re scratching the walls. We’re completely destroying Taylor’s bathroom,
The image is both hilarious and horrifying: Zoe Kravitz, Lisa Bonet, and a house manager frantically tearing apart a bathroom while a snake plays hide-and-seek in the walls. It’s like a twisted version of home renovation meets wildlife rescue!
Taylor Swift’s Reaction Proves She’s the Ultimate Friend
Here’s where the story gets even better (or worse, depending on your perspective). Zoe Kravitz told the house manager, “Obviously, I’m gonna pay for everything to be fixed. Please just don’t say anything until it’s fixed.” But TayTay already knew. Because, of course she did. Kravitz revealed to Meyers:
I remember calling her, saying, ‘Hey, I wanted to talk to you about something.’ And she was like, ‘Is it the fact that you almost lost a snake in my house and destroyed my bathroom?’
Ooops. The fact that Swift handled this with such grace just proves what we already thought – she’s probably dealt with weirder stuff than reptile-related bathroom destruction!
The Aftermath and Lessons Learned About Celebrity Houseguesting
The whole incident raises some serious questions about celebrity houseguesting etiquette. Should there be a standard disclosure form for unusual pets? Eh, maybe. A waiver for potential property damage? Probably.
What’s particularly endearing about this story is how it humanizes both Zoe Kravitz and Taylor Swift. Here’s one of Hollywood’s most connected actresses, panicking over a household accident like the rest of us mere mortals. And Swift’s reaction shows she’s the kind of friend who can laugh off even the most bizarre emergencies.
Why This Story Matters More Than You Think
The occurrence here highlights the unpredictability of natural disasters. One day you’re living your normal life, the next you’re quickly evacuating with whatever you can carry – including your mom’s pet snake. It’s a reminder that even celebrities aren’t immune to life’s odd curveballs. This whole ordeal proves that the slithery truth really is stranger than fiction.
