Spencer Pratt'S Exit Plan: Los Angeles Mayoral Race Or Bust

Spencer Pratt's Bold Mayoral Bid

Spencer Pratt, the reality star known for his role on "The Hills," has set his sights on a political career, announcing his candidacy for mayor of Los Angeles. If he loses, however, Pratt plans to pack up his bags and leave the City of Angels. His decision comes amidst frustrations with the local government and the aftermath of personal loss from the Palisades Fire.

Pratt shared his intentions with comedian Adam Carolla, declaring, "I'm going to win the lawsuit against Gavin Newsom's state park, and with that money, if I'm the mayor of Los Angeles, I will rebuild." His comments were part of a video shared on social media on May 16. Pratt, 42, is adamant that if Karen Bass or Nithya Raman takes the office, he will be "done with trying to live in L.A."

“I'll take that money from the Newsom state park and the LADWP and I'll go somewhere that my kids will not have to see naked zombies, and I can have the last American dream somewhere.”

Personal Stakes Amidst Political Ambitions

Pratt and his wife, Heidi Montag, who share two sons, Gunnar and Ryker, have a stake in the city's future that goes beyond politics. The Palisades Fire in January 2025 displaced the Pratt family when their home was destroyed, leading them to file a lawsuit against the City of Los Angeles and the LADWP.

Pratt announced his mayoral bid during the "They Let Us Burn" demonstration, a year after the devastating fire. He expressed his discontent with the current state of the city, stating, "The system in Los Angeles isn't struggling; it's fundamentally broken." His mission is not only a political campaign but also a fight for transparency and truth.

The Fight for Change

Pratt's campaign is as much about systemic reform as it is about rebuilding his life. "Business as usual is a death sentence for Los Angeles," he asserted, emphasizing his readiness to enact significant changes.

In an exclusive interview with Us Weekly, Pratt explained that his personal losses have fueled his political ambitions. "The only way I see God letting my parents' house burn down and my house burn down is that God knows it's the only way to turn me against a system that lets this happen to tens of thousands of people," he remarked.

Ultimately, Pratt's entry into the mayoral race is a bid for "truth and transparency," promising to shine a light into the darkness that he believes envelops the current political system. Whether he wins or loses, Pratt's fight for Los Angeles continues to draw attention and stir the pot in the land of Hollywood glitz and glamor.