Spencer Pratt'S Bold Bid For La Mayor: Will He Stay Or Go?

  • By Lexie
  • May 21, 2026, 3 p.m.

Spencer Pratt Sets Sights on Los Angeles Mayor's Office

It looks like Spencer Pratt, ever the dynamic force from the golden days of "The Hills," is shaking up the political scene in Los Angeles. The 42-year-old reality TV veteran has cast his ambitions toward the city's top spot as mayor. If his campaign doesn't pan out, though, he's ready to pack his bags and find the "last American dream" elsewhere.

During a candid chat with comedian Adam Carolla, Pratt didn’t hold back: "If Karen Bass gets re-elected, or Nithya [Raman] gets elected, I will be done with trying to live in Los Angeles." It's clear that Pratt is serious about his mayoral ambitions and equally serious about his dissatisfaction with the current political landscape.

Spencer Pratt

Spencer Pratt

"The system in Los Angeles isn’t struggling, it’s fundamentally broken," Pratt declared. "Business as usual is a death sentence for Los Angeles, and I'm done waiting for someone to take real action. That's why I am running for mayor."

The Fire That Fueled a Political Firestorm

Spencer's journey to running for office is more than just politics – it's personal. In 2025, he and his wife, Heidi Montag, filed a lawsuit against the city and the Department of Water and Power after the devastating Pacific Palisades fire destroyed their home. This legal battle has certainly added fuel to his fiery determination.

Pratt has been very vocal about his intent to rebuild his life somewhere his "kids will not have to see naked zombies," if he cannot effect the changes he wants in Los Angeles. His frustration is palpable as he outlines his plan to take any settlement money from the lawsuit and relocate for a better quality of life.

Spencer Pratt

Spencer Pratt

A Campaign for Change

Earlier this year, Pratt officially launched his campaign, promising to overhaul the systems that he believes are rigged against ordinary citizens. Speaking at the "They Let Us Burn!" protest, he passionately declared his mission to "expose the system" and vowed to make Los Angeles "camera-ready" once more.

In a city synonymous with Hollywood glamour and Malibu-style drama, Pratt's journey from reality TV to politics is a narrative that feels right at home. Whether or not his campaign will lead to a "happily ever after" in Los Angeles remains to be seen, but one thing's for sure – Spencer Pratt is determined to leave his mark on the city.

Lexie
Author: Lexie