Former reality television star Spencer Pratt has declared his intention to leave Los Angeles entirely if his mayoral campaign proves unsuccessful, marking a dramatic escalation in his unconventional bid for City Hall.
The former star of "The Hills" revealed his contingency plans during an interview with comedian Adam Carolla, stating that his future in the city depends entirely on the outcome of either the June 2 primary or the November 3 general election. Pratt made his position unequivocal when discussing his opponents, declaring, "If Karen Bass gets reelected or Nithya gets elected, I will be done with trying to live in LA."
The candidate framed his potential departure as a matter of family safety and quality of life, expressing his desire to raise his children in what he characterized as a safer and more stable environment. Pratt referenced visible homelessness and urban decay in his reasoning, stating he does not want to see "naked zombies" and wishes to pursue the "last American dream somewhere" outside Los Angeles if his political ambitions do not materialize.
During the interview, Pratt also outlined an ambitious financial strategy for his potential administration, connecting his campaign vision to pending litigation. He claimed, "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." The candidate did not provide additional details about the nature of the lawsuit or the specific rebuilding initiatives he envisions.
Pratt demonstrated continued commitment to his campaign on the same day the interview was published, appearing at the Ronda Rousey versus Gina Carano fight wearing Pratt L.A. branded mayoral merchandise and displaying an "I voted" sticker. The appearance suggests the candidate remains actively engaged in promotional activities as the primary election approaches.
The mayoral campaign has faced considerable scrutiny in recent weeks regarding the candidate's living situation. While Pratt has suggested he is effectively displaced and residing in a trailer, reports indicate he has also been staying at the Hotel Bel-Air rather than living on the site of his destroyed home. This discrepancy has raised questions about the authenticity of his campaign narrative and his connection to the housing crisis he frequently references.
The campaign has also generated public criticism from prominent figures, including comedian Chelsea Handler, who posted a video on Instagram characterizing Pratt as a "straight, white male former reality star" with no previous government experience. Handler questioned his legitimacy as a candidate to replace Bass, highlighting the unconventional nature of his political entry.
As the June 2 primary approaches, Pratt's all-or-nothing stance adds a dramatic element to an already unconventional mayoral race. His threat to leave Los Angeles if unsuccessful represents either a genuine commitment to his stated concerns about the city or a high-stakes political gambit designed to demonstrate the seriousness of his candidacy. Voters will render their judgment in less than three weeks, determining whether the reality television personality advances to the general election or begins planning his departure from the city he seeks to lead.
