Los Angeles voters are seeing an unexpected political drama this spring as reality TV alum Spencer Pratt rises in the mayoral race, buoyed by celebrity endorsements, debate buzz and a surprising fundraising surge. This piece traces which public figures have rallied behind Pratt, why their support matters in a city frustrated with skyrocketing crime and homelessness, and how Pratt frames himself as an outsider Republican running as an independent. The scene blends pop culture, politics and plain old voter anger, and it has reshaped a race that many thought was settled.
Pratt has been clear about his priorities on the campaign trail, saying, “I actually don’t want celebrities to come out and endorse me,” and stressing that the endorsements he values most are from “the moms and the animal lovers in L.A.” That line sums up his pitch: he wants to be seen as a practical problem-solver instead of a celebrity project. Still, high-profile backers have clustered around him, and their voices are helping him break through the clutter of Los Angeles media.
Joe Rogan, appearing on Pratt’s podcast stop, told him bluntly, “Listen, man. I’m voting for you. I can’t vote for you, but I’m rooting for you,” and added, “If I lived in Los Angeles, no question whatsoever, I would vote for you.” Those comments carry weight in a world where podcast endorsements can shift attention overnight. Adam Carolla has been equally direct, posting that he gives Pratt his “full endorsement for mayor!” which landed with his libertarian-leaning audience.
Actors and entertainers from various corners of Hollywood have chimed in with support, showing Pratt’s appeal crosses some usual industry fault lines. Dennis Quaid summed up his backing simply: “Go Spencer Pratt.” James Woods praised his debate performance as “surprisingly effective, direct, polite, and prepared,” and added, “The other two have history as their enemy because everything they’ve done has been a catastrophe,” before noting, “He can absolutely win this thing.”
Broadcast voices and cable personalities have amplified that debate moment, too. Billy Bush said Pratt “won that debate flat out,” calling him “relatable” and “likable,” and arguing the candidate doesn’t represent “MAGA” but does speak to voters “who have had enough of mismanagement in our government.” Meghan McCain described the performance as “the blueprint” for how older millennials should run campaigns and labeled Pratt “10/10 no notes,” saying he “killed the debate” performance.
Musical moments and celebrity fundraisers have added theatrical flair to Pratt’s momentum. Singer Katharine McPhee serenaded him at a star-studded event with the line, “Spencer, you’re simply the best. Better than all the rest. Better than Karen Bass and Nithya Raman,” and her husband, producer David Foster, helped assemble supporters at the fundraiser. Those flashpoints feed the narrative that Pratt has become a Hollywood disruptor in a race dominated by established left-leaning politicians.
Reality TV colleagues have been especially visible in the chorus of support, often framing Pratt as a nontraditional candidate who can challenge entrenched interests. Kristin Cavallari called the mayoral run “f—ing genius” and applauded his plan to “call out the corruption.” Brody Jenner praised Pratt’s backbone, saying he has “the backbone to stand up to career politicians,” which resonates with voters tired of status-quo promises.
Other public figures from entertainment and lifestyle circles have publicly cheered Pratt on or donated to his campaign, with some showing up at events and dog adoption drives to demonstrate grassroots energy. Audrina Patridge said she was “impressed” after listening to his interviews, while model and reality star support at public appearances made clear many backers see this as about fixing real problems, not party labels. Krupa captured that sentiment, saying she showed up “because this isn’t about politics anymore. It’s about real change,” and adding “this isn’t about Democrat or Republican.”
Comedians and TV personalities have also weighed in, with Heather McDonald posting on X, “Watching @spencerpratt in the mayoral debate! Let’s go, Spencer!” and others leaving short, emphatic notes like “You have my vote” in comment threads. These quick social endorsements keep the campaign in headlines and on social feeds during the stretch run to the primary. Pratt’s team has translated attention into dollars, reporting major fundraising gains that outpaced both the incumbent and the main progressive challenger.
Pratt, a registered Republican running as an independent, says his candidacy grew out of anger over how city leaders handled the wildfires that destroyed his home and the chronic crises of homelessness and crime. He frames himself as a pragmatic outsider promising to clean up the city’s failures, a pitch that has pulled in an assortment of celebrity names and energized voters who feel Los Angeles needs a new direction. The endorsements and the money make it clear this race is far from a sure thing as election day approaches.
