Lisa Rinna weighed in on Spencer Pratt's campaign to become Los Angeles mayor, offering a backhanded endorsement of the reality star during a red carpet appearance with Variety. The "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" alum acknowledged that Pratt, known for his work on "The Hills," could potentially win the race, but stopped short of endorsing him herself. Rinna, who has built a career spanning acting, hosting, and reality television, drew a clear line between entertainment and governance. "I'm a reality person. You wouldn't want me as mayor," she said, suggesting that reality television fame doesn't necessarily translate to political qualifications. Her comments arrive as Los Angeles navigates a contentious mayoral race with multiple candidates vying for the position. Pratt has generated significant buzz with his unconventional campaign, leveraging his social media presence and reality TV background to reach voters. The race reflects broader cultural tensions about celebrity politics and whether entertainment industry figures should transition into public office. Rinna's remarks highlight skepticism within the entertainment community itself about reality stars trading their cameras and microphones for political office. While she didn't outright dismiss Pratt's viability as a candidate, her self-aware dismissal of her own qualifications underscores the difference between commanding attention on television and managing a major metropolitan area. The Los Angeles mayoral race continues to attract attention from celebrities and entertainment figures, making it a cultural flashpoint as much as a political one.
News
Lisa Rinna Says Spencer Pratt ‘Could Be’ Next L.A. Mayor: ‘I’m a Reality Person — You Wouldn’t Want Me as Mayor’
