Spencer Pratt and Heidi Montag’s Hollywood journey from tabloid fame to LA mayoral race
Spencer Pratt and Heidi Montag's journey from reality TV fame on "The Hills" to LA politics marks an unexpected chapter for the former tabloid couple.
TL;DR
- Spencer Pratt, formerly of "The Hills," is running for Mayor of Los Angeles.
- His candidacy gained momentum after his Pacific Palisades home was lost in the California fires in January 2025, leading him to criticize leadership.
- Pratt and his wife Heidi Montag were prominent figures in reality TV and tabloid culture, known for their extravagant spending.
- After financial ruin, they reinvented themselves through social media and family life.
- Pratt's campaign has received support from influential figures like Jeanie Buss and Joe Rogan.
- A viral campaign ad and a strong debate performance have increased his campaign's traction.
- Pratt argues his outsider status and reality TV experience prepare him to lead the city.