Lisa Rinna commented on Spencer Pratt's potential candidacy for mayor of Los Angeles during an interview. Rinna expressed skepticism about reality stars entering politics, stating, "Not a reality star, though. I'm sorry. I love him, but we’ve already done that. We’re not going to do that again." She acknowledged that Pratt seems to have support, saying, "He’s got power behind him, it seems. But I don't know." Rinna also mentioned confusion regarding the mayoral race and suggested a candidate with prior experience, specifically mentioning Matt Mahan, the mayor of San Jose, as a potential choice for governor.
Rinna's remarks received criticism online, with some users calling out the disconnect between Hollywood elites and the realities faced by residents in Los Angeles. Comments included critiques of Rinna's perspective and the state of the city, with one user stating, "This Spencer Pratt thing has just exposed Hollywood for the clown show it is." Another noted that residents of LA need a change from the current political status quo.
Pratt, who announced his candidacy on January 7, stated that his campaign is a mission to expose systemic issues, particularly in light of the 2025 Palisades wildfire that destroyed his home. He has been vocal about his criticism of California's leadership and has filed a lawsuit against the city of Los Angeles regarding firefighting efforts during the wildfire.
