Reality star Spencer Pratt received notable backing this week in his bid for mayor of Los Angeles, thanks to actor Dennis Quaid’s endorsement.
Quaid, who will portray former President Ronald Reagan in the upcoming movie reagan, expressed his support for Pratt during an interview with FOX News on Wednesday.
When the topic of the mayoral race came up, Quaid simply said, “Leave Spencer Pratt.” Curious about his reasoning, he chuckled and added, “Why? What are you talking about, why? Just look around, dude.”
Pratt’s Hollywood endorsements keep coming, with contributions from figures like Katharine McPhee, David Foster, Haim Saban, Justin Bateman, and Jenny McCarthy, among others. Notable producers like Craig Prestis from masked singer, Jeff Jenkins from The secret life of Mormon wives, and Sandra Lee from doctor pimple popper are also showing their support for him.
A recent report from newsweek highlighted the tight race that Democratic Mayor Karen Bass faces for re-election, especially as Spencer Pratt climbs up the rankings to secure second place.
“Los Angeles Democratic Mayor Karen Bass could face a competitive campaign for re-election ahead of the June 2 primary, as she aims to defeat challengers including Republican reality TV star Spencer Pratt and progressive Nitya Raman,” noted the article.
It went on to mention, “If Mr. Bass fails to pass 50 percent in next week’s primary, a runoff will be held between the two candidates with the most support for the chance to lead the nation’s second-most populous city.” It seems Bass has been dealing with low approval ratings and criticism, which her opponents are trying to capitalize on in the upcoming election.
This week, Bass received some Hollywood support too, as Marvel actor Samuel L. Jackson endorsed her re-election. He described her as “someone who understands government.”
“This is a time when we need someone who understands government and the needs of the people,” Jackson stated in a video. “Someone who goes out into the streets and brings people together. Not someone who divides people. Karen Bass is that person. Karen Bass for mayor.”
Bass acknowledged Jackson’s endorsement in a social media post, writing, “I am honored to receive support from my dear friend. Sam has always shown up for people and causes he believes in, and I’m grateful he showed up for Los Angeles. We agree on the change I’m working to bring to Los Angeles. That means getting more people off the streets and into housing and connected to comprehensive services. It means more affordable housing is built. And it means continuing to reduce crime to historic lows.”
