Kirk Cameron, best known for his role in *Growing Pains*, has joined the growing list of celebrities leaving California. Announcing his decision on Wednesday, Cameron cited California’s “division” as a major factor in his move.

The father of six revealed that he relocated to Tennessee, partly because three of his grown children live there and partly due to the state’s “healthy freedom mindset.” He explained, “If everything hits the fan and there’s some serious economic problems and division going on, they want to be around people… all about God, family, and country.”

Cameron also noted that Tennessee has become a popular destination for former Californians, saying, “It’s shocking how many Californians are here. And when I see them in the grocery store, I tell them, ‘Don’t California our Tennessee.’”

He added that, like his sister Candace Cameron Bure, many people have left California “for safety and for security.” Despite the influx of Californians, Cameron believes Tennessee’s “good wholesome values and… good whiskey” make it a desirable place to live.