Trending Now - Spencer Pratt's Mayoral Bid Gains Celebrity Support Amid Controversy

WHO:

Vulture - Celebrities supporting Spencer Pratt include Joe Rogan, James Woods, and his former "Hills" co-star Kristin Cavallari.

Vulture - Katharine McPhee and David Foster performed a song in support of Spencer Pratt at a fundraiser.

ABC News - Spencer Pratt is 43 years old.

ABC News - Matt Klink is a Republican strategist based in Los Angeles.

ABC News - Michael Trujillo is a Los Angeles-based Democratic strategist.

TMZ - Rep. Nancy Mace expressed support for Spencer Pratt, comparing him to Trump.

Fox News - Spencer Pratt, Paris Hilton, Kristin Cavallari, Karen Bass, Gavin Newsom, Nithya Raman, Jeb Bush, Matt Klink, Michael Trujillo

ABC News - Spencer Pratt, Heidi Montag, Lauren Conrad, Karen Bass

WHAT:

ABC News - Spencer Pratt's campaign is utilizing a series of viral videos created with artificial intelligence that portray him as a hero saving Los Angeles from a villainous Karen Bass, with one video depicting him as Batman and Bass as the Joker.

ABC News - In a recent debate, Pratt stated, “As crazy as this will sound, I’m the adult in the room.”

ABC News - Jeb Bush referred to one of Pratt's political ads as “maybe the best political ad of the year” in a post on X.

ABC News - A group of unions is funding an advertising campaign attacking Pratt, which seems calibrated to increase his appeal to Republicans.

ABC News - Bass, the first Black woman to lead Los Angeles, is a wounded incumbent continuing to deal with fallout from the wildfires and general frustration with City Hall.

ABC News - Bass was in Ghana on a diplomatic mission when the fires began tearing through her city, prompting a fierce backlash.

ABC News - Pratt's campaign has effectively parlayed his celebrity status into political attention, similar to strategies used by Trump and Schwarzenegger.

ABC News - Michael Trujillo, a Los Angeles-based Democratic strategist, stated that Pratt's campaign has put him in a strong position to get through the first round of voting and face Bass one-on-one in the runoff.

Vulture - Spencer Pratt is running on a "tough on crime" platform, vowing to hire more police officers ahead of the 2028 Olympics and to close a needle exchange near MacArthur Park.

Vulture - Pratt stated he is currently staying at the Hotel Bel Air after previously claiming to live in a trailer on his property.

ABC News - Spencer Pratt's campaign is utilizing viral videos created with artificial intelligence that portray him as a hero saving Los Angeles from a villainous Karen Bass.

ABC News - In one viral video, Pratt is depicted as Batman saving a dystopian Los Angeles from Bass, portrayed as a villainous Joker.

ABC News - A group of unions is funding an advertising campaign attacking Pratt, which seems calibrated to increase his appeal to Republicans.

ABC News - Spencer Pratt's campaign is gaining traction as he emphasizes a populist appeal to voters, focusing on day-to-day concerns about life in Los Angeles.

ABC News - In a recent debate, Pratt stated, “As crazy as this will sound, I’m the adult in the room.”

ABC News - Pratt's campaign has released a series of viral videos portraying him as a hero and Bass as a villain, including a Batman-themed clip.

ABC News - Spencer Pratt's campaign is utilizing viral videos created with artificial intelligence, portraying him as a hero saving Los Angeles from a villainous Karen Bass.

ABC News - In one viral video, Pratt is depicted as Batman, while Bass is portrayed as the Joker.

ABC News - Jeb Bush referred to one of Pratt's political ads as “maybe the best political ad of the year” in a post on X.

TMZ - Katharine McPhee and David Foster performed a song in support of Spencer Pratt, criticizing his political opponents.

TMZ - Spencer Pratt spent a total of around $8,000 at his favorite Mexican restaurant as part of his campaign for Los Angeles mayor.

Fox News - Spencer Pratt accused L.A. leadership of playing "too cute" with antisemitism in response to alleged leaked messages, vowing zero tolerance for antisemitism.

ABC News - Spencer Pratt is running for mayor of Los Angeles.

ABC News - Pratt's campaign is promising to rid Los Angeles of disorder and dysfunction.

ABC News - Early voting is underway ahead of the June 2 election.

ABC News - Pratt aims to turn the campaign buzz into a ticket to a November runoff against Bass.

ABC News - Pratt has pledged to eliminate homeless encampments and pursue criminal investigations of nonprofit organizations serving the homeless.

ABC News - Pratt stated, “These people do not want a bed. They want fentanyl or meth.”

ABC News - Pratt's campaign was announced in January at an event marking the one-year anniversary of the Palisades Fire.

ABC News - Pratt's ad contrasts his living situation with that of Bass and Raman, stating, “They let my home burn down. I know what the consequences of failed leadership are.”

ABC News - Jeb Bush called Pratt's political ad “maybe the best political ad of the year.”

ABC News - Pratt has a political science degree from the University of Southern California.

WHERE:

ABC News - Los Angeles, California

ABC News - The Palisades area, where Pratt's home was destroyed by fire.

WHEN:

ABC News - The election is scheduled for June 2.

ABC News - Pratt announced his campaign in January.

WHY:

ABC News - Pratt blames the city's Democratic leaders for the issues facing Los Angeles and pledges to “stop these corrupt politicians from destroying our city.”

Vulture - Pratt entered politics blaming Bass for last year’s Palisades and Eaton Fires and the ensuing property damage, stating he has not been able to rebuild due to a lack of homeowner’s insurance.

ABC News - Bass is facing backlash for her response to the wildfires, as she was in Ghana on a diplomatic mission when the fires began.

ABC News - Pratt blames the city's Democratic leaders for the issues facing Los Angeles and pledges to “stop these corrupt politicians from destroying our city.”

ABC News - Pratt blames the city's Democratic leaders for the issues facing Los Angeles.

ABC News - Pratt's campaign is a populist appeal to voters emphasizing day-to-day concerns about life in Los Angeles.

HOW:

ABC News - Spencer Pratt's campaign utilized viral "Basura" trucks that circled LA City Hall, targeting Mayor Karen Bass as part of his campaign strategy.

NY Post - Spencer Pratt's campaign utilized viral "Basura" trucks that circled LA City Hall, targeting Mayor Karen Bass as part of his campaign strategy.

ABC News - Spencer Pratt's campaign has effectively parlayed his celebrity status into political attention, similar to strategies used by Trump and Schwarzenegger.

ABC News - Pratt's campaign has effectively utilized viral videos and social media to generate buzz, similar to strategies used by Trump and Schwarzenegger.

ABC News - Pratt's campaign has effectively parlayed his celebrity status into political attention, similar to strategies used by Trump and Schwarzenegger.

NY Post - Spencer Pratt's campaign utilized viral "Basura" trucks that circled LA City Hall, targeting Mayor Karen Bass as part of his campaign strategy.

ABC News - Pratt's campaign utilizes viral videos and social media to generate buzz.

ABC News - Pratt's campaign contrasts his celebrity status with the political establishment, similar to strategies used by Trump and Schwarzenegger.

(UPDATED May 14, 2026 09:44 UTC)

Spencer Pratt's campaign is making waves with a series of viral videos featuring artificial intelligence, portraying him as a hero saving Los Angeles from a villainous Karen Bass, even depicting him as Batman and Bass as the Joker. In a recent debate, Pratt boldly claimed, “As crazy as this will sound, I’m the adult in the room,” while Jeb Bush praised one of his political ads as “maybe the best political ad of the year.” Meanwhile, a group of unions is funding an advertising campaign attacking Pratt, which seems designed to boost his appeal among Republicans, as he blames the city's Democratic leaders for Los Angeles' challenges and vows to “stop these corrupt politicians from destroying our city.”

(UPDATED May 14, 2026 06:07 UTC)

Spencer Pratt is making headlines with his political campaign, which focuses on a "tough on crime" platform that includes plans to hire more police officers ahead of the 2028 Olympics and to close a needle exchange near MacArthur Park. His efforts have garnered support from celebrities like Joe Rogan, James Woods, and Kristin Cavallari, and he even received a musical boost from Katharine McPhee and David Foster at a recent fundraiser. Pratt, who is currently staying at the Hotel Bel Air, has been vocal about his criticisms of Mayor Karen Bass, blaming her for last year’s Palisades and Eaton Fires and the challenges he faces in rebuilding due to a lack of homeowner’s insurance.

(UPDATED May 14, 2026 01:35 UTC)

Spencer Pratt, who is 43 years old, is running a campaign that creatively uses artificial intelligence to produce viral videos portraying him as a hero saving Los Angeles from a villainous Karen Bass, who is currently facing backlash for her response to recent wildfires. In one of these videos, Pratt is depicted as Batman, while Bass takes on the role of the Joker, and a group of unions is funding an advertising campaign aimed at attacking Pratt, seemingly to boost his appeal among Republicans. His campaign is effectively leveraging his celebrity status for political attention, drawing comparisons to strategies used by Trump and Schwarzenegger.

(UPDATED May 13, 2026 21:21 UTC)

Spencer Pratt's campaign is gaining traction as he emphasizes a populist appeal to voters, focusing on everyday concerns in Los Angeles and even declaring in a recent debate, “As crazy as this will sound, I’m the adult in the room.” His campaign has released a series of viral videos, including a Batman-themed clip, portraying him as a hero while framing his opponent as a villain, and he blames the city's Democratic leaders for the issues facing Los Angeles. Notably, Rep. Nancy Mace has expressed her support for Pratt, drawing a comparison between him and Trump, as both have effectively utilized social media and viral content to engage with voters.

(UPDATED May 13, 2026 19:33 UTC)

Spencer Pratt's campaign is making waves with viral videos featuring artificial intelligence, casting him as a hero saving Los Angeles from a villainous Karen Bass, who is depicted as the Joker while Pratt takes on the role of Batman. Jeb Bush praised one of Pratt's political ads as “maybe the best political ad of the year” in a post on X, while Katharine McPhee and David Foster performed a song in support of him, taking aim at his political opponents. Pratt is positioning himself against the city's Democratic leaders, vowing to “stop these corrupt politicians from destroying our city,” and is leveraging his celebrity status to gain political traction, much like Trump and Schwarzenegger have done in the past.

(UPDATED May 13, 2026 17:41 UTC)

Spencer Pratt has invested around $8,000 at his favorite Mexican restaurant as part of his campaign for mayor of Los Angeles, while also accusing the city's leadership of being "too cute" with antisemitism in light of alleged leaked messages. He has vowed to maintain a zero tolerance policy for antisemitism as he seeks to address these issues. As part of his campaign strategy, Pratt's team has deployed viral "Basura" trucks that have been circling LA City Hall, specifically targeting Mayor Karen Bass.

(UPDATED May 13, 2026 15:55 UTC)

Spencer Pratt is officially running for mayor of Los Angeles, promising to tackle the city's disorder and dysfunction as early voting begins ahead of the June 2 election. His campaign, which launched in January, emphasizes his personal experience with the consequences of failed leadership, particularly after his home was destroyed in the Palisades Fire, and he has pledged to eliminate homeless encampments while pursuing investigations into nonprofit organizations serving the homeless. With a political science degree from USC, Pratt is leveraging viral videos and social media to connect with voters and position himself against the political establishment, drawing comparisons to strategies used by Trump and Schwarzenegger.