Spencer Pratt's Sister Slams His LA Mayor Run: 'A Vote for Stupidity'

Stephanie Pratt calls her brother unqualified and says he should focus on the Pacific Palisades instead.

Published on Feb. 17, 2026

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Stephanie Pratt, the sister of former reality TV star Spencer Pratt, has harshly criticized her brother's run for mayor of Los Angeles, calling it "a vote for stupidity." She believes Spencer would be better suited advocating for the Pacific Palisades to have its own city government and police department, rather than running for mayor of the entire city of LA with 4 million people. Stephanie also accused Spencer of personal wrongdoings, including assaulting her when she was 18 and getting her hooked on drugs at 15.

Why it matters

This story highlights the growing political divisions within the Pratt family and the challenges facing Spencer Pratt as he attempts to transition from reality TV fame to a serious political career. It also raises questions about the qualifications and character of political candidates, especially those seeking high-profile positions like mayor of a major city.

The details

Stephanie Pratt, who also starred on MTV's The Hills, took to social media to trash her brother's candidacy, characterizing Spencer as an opportunist. While she applauded his advocacy for fire victims in the Pacific Palisades, she ultimately believed that he should work to run for mayor of that small city instead of the entire city of Los Angeles. Stephanie also had harsh words for current LA Mayor Karen Bass, referring to her as "Assbass." In a series of posts, Stephanie accused Spencer of personal wrongdoings, including assaulting her when she was 18 and getting her hooked on drugs at 15. She also referenced a 2010 incident in Costa Rica where Spencer was arrested for possession of illegal firearms.

  • In February 2026, Stephanie Pratt criticized her brother Spencer's run for mayor of Los Angeles.

The players

Stephanie Pratt

The sister of former reality TV star Spencer Pratt, who also starred on MTV's The Hills.

Spencer Pratt

A former reality TV star who is running for mayor of Los Angeles.

Karen Bass

The current Democratic mayor of Los Angeles.

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What they’re saying

“Spencer has done great work for the palisades. But LA does not need another unqualified and inexperienced mayor. A vote for him is a vote for stupidity.”

— Stephanie Pratt (X)

“He's just trying to stay famous and sell his memoir don't be fooled.”

— Stephanie Pratt (X)

“In an ideal world the palisades would have their own mayor and police department. I would love him to be mayor of Palisades but not LA with 4 million people. I'd be impressed if a republican could turn LA democrats.”

— Stephanie Pratt (X)

“Sorry he beat me up when I was 18 & put me in the hospital. So no he doesn't belong in the government.”

— Stephanie Pratt (X)

“He called my dad from jail after not speaking to our family for 8 years bc of his cult, to bail him out … I have no interest in fame, I'm taking a course to become a RBT my passion is helping children and adults with autism. I don't even use instagram. I'm serious about my new career helping people.”

— Stephanie Pratt (X)

The takeaway

This family feud highlights the challenges facing political candidates, especially those with reality TV backgrounds, in gaining credibility and trust from the public. It also raises questions about the importance of candidate qualifications and character in the electoral process.