Former Reality Star Spencer Pratt Competes in LA Mayoral Primary
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Los Angeles voters headed to the polls Tuesday for the city’s open mayoral primary, where former reality television personality Spencer Pratt is challenging incumbent Mayor Karen Bass. Pratt, best known for appearing on MTV’s “The Hills” alongside his wife Heidi Montag, launched a campaign focused on public safety and criticism of city leadership following the devastating 2025 wildfires that destroyed his Pacific Palisades home. On Election Day, Pratt visited a local landmark restaurant as part of his campaign activities. The primary pits a celebrity candidate with strong name recognition against the sitting Democratic mayor in a race that has drawn attention to the city’s recovery and governance challenges.
What’s verified
Spencer Pratt is a former reality TV star and candidate in the Los Angeles mayoral primary.
He is challenging incumbent Mayor Karen Bass in the open primary election.
The primary election took place on Tuesday, June 2, 2026.
Not yet confirmed
The specific details of Pratt’s campaign platform, including public safety, homelessness, wildfire preparedness and government accountability, are reported by only one source.
His visit to Roscoe’s House of Chicken ‘N Waffles on Election Day and his comments about the mayor are reported by only one source.
Whether Pratt is running as a registered Republican and independent is reported by only one source.
Key figures
Spencer Pratt – mayoral candidate, former reality TV star
Heidi Montag – wife of Spencer Pratt, also a reality TV personality
Karen Bass – incumbent Mayor of Los Angeles
Sources: NBC News, foxnews.com
