Stephanie Pratt Criticizes Brother Spencer’s L.A. Mayoral Campaign

Riley Calderon

Published: February 15, 2026 6:20 PM ET

Reality television personalities Spencer Pratt and Stephanie Pratt are embroiled in a public dispute over Spencer’s candidacy for mayor of Los Angeles. Stephanie has openly criticized her brother’s campaign, citing concerns about his qualifications.

Stephanie Pratt Criticizes Brother Spencer’s L.A. Mayoral Campaign

In a series of tweets shared over the weekend, Stephanie Pratt expressed her disbelief regarding Spencer’s run for office, stating that voting for him is “a vote for stupidity.” The tweets revealed her thoughts on Spencer’s controversial past and current ambitions.

Background on Spencer Pratt’s Mayoral Bid

Spencer Pratt, 42, aims to run as a populist candidate in the 2026 Los Angeles mayoral race.
The election is scheduled for June 2, 2026.
He previously filed a lawsuit against the city following damages from the Palisades fire over a year ago.

Stephanie’s critique highlighted her belief that Los Angeles deserves a qualified mayor. “He’s just trying to stay famous and sell his memoir. Don’t be fooled,” she stated. Stephanie acknowledged her brother’s contributions to the Palisades community but questioned his capability to govern such a large city.

Allegations and Past Incidents

Stephanie raised serious allegations against Spencer, claiming he had physically assaulted her when she was 18. She asserted, “Sorry he beat me up when I was 18 and put me in the hospital,” and indicated he had a hidden drug addiction. These allegations add a troubling context to his campaign.

The Hills and Family Dynamics

Stephanie and Spencer both starred in MTV’s reality series The Hills, which aired from 2006 to 2010 and was rebooted in 2019.
Spencer was known for his villainous role, often clashing with Stephanie.
She expressed her loyalty to former co-star Lauren Conrad, stating, “I will always be on team Lauren Conrad.”

As their feud continues on social media, Stephanie emphasized her newfound focus on a career dedicated to helping individuals with autism, contrasting sharply with Spencer’s aspirations for political fame. The ongoing dispute underscores not only their family dynamics but also raises questions about Spencer’s suitability for public office.

As of now, Spencer Pratt has not publicly responded to Stephanie’s criticisms. The fallout from this debate could have significant implications as he navigates his campaign amid scrutiny from the public and his own family.