Reality TV star Spencer Pratt has spoken out for the first time after missing the cut in the 2026 Los Angeles mayoral election, marking the end of one of the most unusual political campaigns the city has seen in years.
Spencer Pratt reflects on his unusual political campaign after missing out on the 2026 Los Angeles mayoral election.
The Hills alum was initially in the running to advance to the November runoff, sitting in second place as early votes came in. But as election officials processed more ballots, Nithya Raman surged past him, securing her spot against incumbent Mayor Karen Bass in the final matchup.
The dramatic reversal capped off an unconventional campaign that captured national headlines through viral social media moments and blunt criticism of LA’s leadership. Pratt launched his bid after losing his home in the destructive Palisades wildfires, pitching himself as a government accountability candidate focused on public safety and disaster response.
Despite being a political newcomer, Pratt managed to grab considerable voter attention and became one of the race’s most talked-about figures. He ultimately finished third after weeks of shifting vote totals and intense media coverage.
Political observers credited his campaign’s heavy reliance on social media and online virality for building buzz, but ultimately noted it wasn’t enough to clinch a runoff spot. The race will now feature Bass leading the pack, with Raman claiming second place.
As LA gears up for November’s high-stakes showdown between Bass and Raman, Pratt’s surprise political surge remains a defining story of the 2026 race. Whether he’ll stay active in politics or return to entertainment remains to be seen, but his campaign has underscored how digital personalities are increasingly shaping modern elections.
