Spencer Pratt'S $10 Million Apocalypse Splurge Resurfaces Amid La Mayoral Race

Spencer Pratt's Surprising Spending Spree

Los Angeles is buzzing with the latest political drama as Spencer Pratt, former star of MTV's "The Hills," makes waves in the mayoral race. Not only is Pratt running a close second to incumbent Mayor Karen Bass, but his past as a reality TV star with a penchant for extravagant spending is once again under the microscope. Back in the day, Pratt, now 42, blew through his $10 million fortune preparing for the end of the world predicted by the Mayan apocalypse for December 21, 2012.

When asked about the lavish spending, Pratt candidly admitted, "The thing is, we heard that the planet was going to end in 2012. We thought we had to spend this money before the asteroid hits." He wasn't just stocking up on canned goods – Pratt and his wife, Heidi Montag, invested in an armored truck, spent $1 million on crystals, and even shelled out $15,000 nightly for security.

"Here's some advice, definitely do not spend your money thinking asteroids are coming. The world didn't end," Pratt later joked, reflecting on the financial spree.

High-Profile Endorsements and Public Reactions

Despite this opulent past, Pratt has a band of celebrity supporters cheering him on. From the glamour of Paris Hilton to the comedic chops of Rob Schneider and the teen wolf charm of Taylor Lautner, these endorsements add a Hollywood twist to his campaign. Yet, the chatter on social media reveals mixed feelings.

As one user on X put it, "We need serious people running for office, not these clown show rejects," while another chimed in, "And crystals remember...lots of crystals... They should not have anything to do with money or being in charge of an entire city. No. But putting reality stars into the government seems to be the thing."

The Road to City Hall

As the election looms just two weeks away, Pratt's past spending habits are more than just a footnote in his campaign. They serve as a talking point for both critics and supporters. The father of two, who announced his candidacy in January after losing his home in the Los Angeles wildfires, recognizes the scrutiny and uses his history as a lesson learned.

Whether his Hollywood endorsements and larger-than-life persona will be enough to sway LA's voters remains to be seen. In the meantime, the city's buzzing with Malibu-style drama, and all eyes are on whether this reality TV alumnus can turn his star power into political capital.