Hollywood Actor Praises Reality Star’s Mayoral Bid Amidst Political Divide
A prominent Hollywood figure, known for his comedic roles and outspoken political views, has thrown his support behind an unconventional candidate vying for the Los Angeles mayoralty. Rob Schneider, a former cast member of Saturday Night Live and a vocal supporter of Donald Trump, recently appeared on Fox News’ Saturday in America to champion the campaign of reality television personality Spencer Pratt for the city’s top job.
Schneider, who has been a vocal critic of California’s current political leadership, lauded Pratt as an individual possessing the fortitude to challenge what he perceives as a “failed system” in Los Angeles. The 62-year-old Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo star specifically applauded the The Hills alum for “stepping up” to address the city’s pressing issues.
Schneider articulated his frustration with what he views as unwavering political allegiance among certain voter demographics. He stated, “The Democrats have their ideological captives, and they are not letting it go.” With a touch of characteristic humour, Schneider quipped about Pratt’s campaign slogan, suggesting it should be, “IT COULDN’T GET WORSE.”
Despite Schneider’s strong endorsements and his critique of the established political landscape, incumbent Mayor Karen Bass, the first woman and second African American to hold the office, has a track record of significant achievements. Her tenure has seen notable accomplishments at local, state, and federal levels, encompassing leadership roles and dedicated work in areas such as social justice, housing initiatives, and child welfare.
Spencer Pratt, 42, who brings no prior political experience to the table, has reportedly garnered attention from the current US President. Reports indicate the POTUS commented, “I’d like to see him do well. I heard he’s a big MAGA person.” However, Pratt himself has actively sought to distance his campaign from such national political affiliations. He asserts that he represents “Angry Angelenos” and that his mayoral race, being nonpartisan, is solely focused on local concerns such as public safety and the overall quality of life in Los Angeles.
Pratt’s campaign has faced scrutiny and accusations of dishonesty. This arose after he released a campaign advertisement suggesting he was living in an Airstream trailer on the site of his former property, which was destroyed in the devastating 2025 Palisades Fire. Counter-reports emerged, indicating he was actually residing in a luxury hotel. Pratt has since responded to these claims, stating that he doesn’t have a permanent residence anywhere because his actual home was lost in the fire.
While Pratt has managed to generate some momentum in the primary election, hypothetical head-to-head runoff polling suggests a more challenging path ahead. According to a UC Berkeley-L.A. Times poll, in a potential November matchup, Mayor Bass leads Pratt by a significant margin, securing 47 percent of the vote compared to Pratt’s 29 percent. Similarly, another challenger, progressive candidate Nithya Raman, holds a lead over Pratt with 45 percent to his 28 percent.
Rob Schneider, who has also been vocal about his own career experiences, has spoken about what he describes as a “rot” and a “silent purge” against conservative actors in Hollywood. He claims that after publicly shifting his political views and expressing opposition to COVID-19 vaccine mandates, he found himself effectively excluded from major studio productions. The father of singer Elle King has since redirected his career focus towards independent projects, including his self-produced Netflix sitcom Real Rob, podcasting, and appearances on conservative media platforms to promote his comedic work.
