Celebrity donors contribute millions to Los Angeles mayoral race

Los Angeles mayoral race celebrity donors political contributions Jeanie Buss Adam Scott

A group of high‑profile figures have poured money into the Los Angeles mayoral election. Donors include Michael Jackson’s sister, a former Los Angeles Lakers executive, actor Adam Scott, Lakers governor Jeanie Buss, Saturday Night Live performer Colin Jost and former baseball star Dave Winfield. Their contributions, ranging from several thousand dollars upward, are backing various city council candidates seeking the mayor’s office.

The influx of celebrity money underscores the growing role of wealthy individuals in shaping local politics and may influence campaign dynamics as the race progresses toward the primary election.

Sources

What do Jeanie Buss, Colin Jost and Dave Winfield have in common? A stake in L.A. mayor's race [www.latimes.com]

4 months ago

Celebrities inject thousands into the LA Mayor’s race — here’s who’s backing whom [nypost.com]

4 months ago