Jimmy Kimmel mocks Spencer Pratt's bid in Los Angeles mayoral race

Late‑night host Jimmy Kimmel criticized reality‑TV star Spencer Pratt for teasing a run for Los Angeles mayor, likening the move to a “Trump‑esque” rise of a celebrity politician. Kimmel argued that such candidacies risk turning elections into spectacles rather than policy‑driven contests.

Kimmel’s remarks highlighted concerns that a city of nearly four million faces, including a housing crisis, public‑safety issues and complex infrastructure needs, which require experienced administrative expertise that reality‑TV personalities typically lack. The commentary underscored the broader debate over the suitability of entertainment figures seeking public office.