Lisa Rinna Declines to Back Spencer Pratt for LA Mayor
Reality television personality Lisa Rinna has publicly stated she will not support fellow reality star Spencer Pratt in his campaign to become the next mayor of Los Angeles. Rinna made her comments on the red carpet at the American Music Awards, expressing a clear preference against candidates from the reality television world.
When asked by a reporter which candidate she supported in the upcoming June 2 primary, Rinna said she had not decided but was certain about one thing. "Not a reality star, though," she stated. She praised Pratt personally, saying, "I love him," but added, "we've already done that. We're not going to do that again." The remark was widely interpreted as a reference to former President Donald Trump, who transitioned from hosting a reality television show to the presidency.
Rinna elaborated on her position by using herself as an example. "Listen, I'm a reality person. You wouldn't want me as mayor, really," she said. "I mean, let's just face it, I love him. I think he's amazing. I just think we did that." She suggested the city should elect someone with established political experience, mentioning the mayor of San Jose as an example, though that individual is...