Joe Rogan Endorses Spencer Pratt's LA Mayoral Campaign

The podcast host says he would vote for the reality TV star's bid to unseat the incumbent mayor.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 1:56am

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An extreme close-up of a shiny, metallic microphone in dramatic studio lighting, capturing the powerful influence of media personalities in shaping political discourse.Rogan's endorsement of Pratt's mayoral bid could amplify the reality star's outsider message and challenge the political establishment.Los Angeles Today

On his popular podcast 'The Joe Rogan Experience', host Joe Rogan expressed his support for reality TV personality Spencer Pratt's campaign to become the next mayor of Los Angeles. Rogan told Pratt that he would vote for him in the upcoming election against the current mayor, Karen Bass.

Why it matters

Rogan's endorsement could provide a significant boost to Pratt's long-shot mayoral bid, given the podcast host's large and loyal fanbase. As a political outsider, Pratt is seen as a wildcard candidate, and Rogan's backing may help legitimize his campaign in the eyes of some voters.

The details

During their conversation, Rogan praised Pratt's unconventional approach and said he believed the reality star could bring a fresh perspective to City Hall. Pratt, who rose to fame on the MTV series 'The Hills', has positioned himself as a political outsider promising to shake up the status quo in Los Angeles.

  • The interview aired on the April 16, 2026 episode of 'The Joe Rogan Experience'.
  • The Los Angeles mayoral election is scheduled for November 2026.

The players

Joe Rogan

A popular podcast host known for his outspoken and controversial views on a wide range of topics.

Spencer Pratt

A reality TV personality who rose to fame on the MTV series 'The Hills' and is now running for mayor of Los Angeles.

Karen Bass

The current mayor of Los Angeles, who Pratt is challenging in the upcoming election.

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What they’re saying

“I would vote for you, dude. I think you'd be a great mayor.”

— Joe Rogan, Podcast Host

What’s next

Pratt's campaign will likely seek to capitalize on Rogan's endorsement to gain more attention and support from voters ahead of the November election.

The takeaway

Rogan's backing of the unconventional Pratt campaign highlights the continued influence of high-profile media personalities in shaping political discourse, even at the local level.