Reality TV Star Spencer Pratt Throws Hat into LA Mayoral Ring, Blasting City Leadership

Reality TV personality Spencer Pratt has officially entered the Los Angeles mayoral race, vowing to expose failures in the city's politics. The announcement came during a protest in the Pacific Palisades, where Pratt's home was destroyed in the deadly 2023 wildfire that killed 31 people and displaced over 100,000 residents. Speaking at the rally, Pratt criticized the city and state leaders for their response to the disaster, accusing them of 'gross negligence' and a lack of accountability. At the protest, Pratt's wife, Heidi Montag, also spoke out, blaming the fire on the city's 'fundamentally broken' system. Pratt's campaign, 'Pratt for Mayor 2026,' aims to bring about change and hold officials accountable. With the mayoral primary set for June 2 and the general election on November 3, Pratt will be competing against incumbent Mayor Karen Bass and other challengers, including Los Angeles Unified School District Superintendent Austin Beutner. Pratt, 42, has been a vocal critic of the city's response to the wildfire on social media, and this move marks his entry into politics. The 'Pratt for Mayor 2026' campaign has officially launched, and Pratt is vowing to make a difference in the city's politics. With his celebrity status and experience in drawing attention to social issues, Pratt's candidacy is likely to generate significant buzz in the lead-up to the elections.