Spencer Pratt

Spencer Pratt, a 42-year-old reality television personality, has announced his candidacy for mayor of Los Angeles. He is entering a race that includes incumbent Karen Bass and city council member Nithya Raman. Pratt's campaign launch coincided with the anniversary of the Palisades fire, a destructive wildfire that impacted his home and community. He has been critical of city and state leaders, including Mayor Bass, Governor Gavin Newsom, and Janisse Quiñones, regarding their handling of the fire and its aftermath. Pratt vows to "expose the system" as part of his longshot bid for city hall. His mayoral run is newsworthy due to his celebrity status and outspoken criticism of the city's response to the wildfire.