Spencer Pratt out of LA mayor race as left-wing rival Nithya Raman advances

The reality star couldn't outpace a democratic socialist to lead the second largest US city.

Nithya Raman Secures Second LA Mayor Spot, Ending Spencer Pratt’s Run

Nithya Raman, a progressive Democrat who entered the mayoral race at the last minute, secured the second spot to face Mayor Karen Bass in November. Her comeback sets up an intraparty battle.

By Shawn Hubler

D.C. has a ‘teen takeover’ problem

‘Teen takeovers’ are becoming a defining issue in the D.C. mayoral race. In this episode of “Make It Make Sense,” James Hohmann and Rob Gebelhoff break down where the candidates stand on crime and policing, how they may approach the National Guard in D.C., and whether they’ll work with or against President Donald Trump.

Nithya Raman: progressive who bested Spencer Pratt eyes Hollywood ending

Raman shook up LA mayoral race by entering hours before the deadline – now she faces her one-time political ally Raman advances to face Karen Bass in LA mayoral runoff On election night, Nithya Raman seemed as if she was prepared to lose the second spot in the Los Angeles mayoral race to the reality TV star Spencer Pratt, whose viral campaign appeared on track to upend the contest. “Many thousands of votes will be counted in the days ahead, and we may not get an answer we like. But regardle...

By Dani Anguiano

LA mayoral race heads to November runoff as Karen Bass faces Mamdani-style socialist

Karen Bass and Nithya Raman will face off in LA's November mayoral general election after advancing from a competitive primary.

Reality star Spencer Pratt out of L.A. mayor's race as progressive Nithya Raman advances

Progressive city council member Nithya Raman has advanced to a November runoff against Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, setting up an unexpected matchup between two Democrats and former political allies to run the struggling city of nearly four million people.

Progressive Nithya Raman advances to November runoff against Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass

Progressive city council member Nithya Raman has advanced to a November runoff against Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, setting up an unexpected matchup between two Democrats and former political allies to run the struggling city of nearly 4 million.

Man in Texas is accused of using a fake boarding pass to get on a United flight to Los Angeles

Paul Rudd Is Very Excited About the Knicks (and Rummikub)

The universe was trying to send a message to Paul Rudd: Get the hell out of L.A. First came the earthquake, then the mugging, followed by five car accidents in the span of a week. It was the mid-‘90s, not terribly long after the release of “Clueless,” and Rudd had already been contemplating moving to […]

By Marlow Stern

Billie Eilish and Finneas Join Mother Maggie Baird For Star-Studded Support+Feed Pickleball Fundraiser

The L.A. fundraiser raised money for the nonprofit’s mission of combating food insecurity through plant-based community meal programs.

By Nicole Fell

Who is Nithya Raman? All on LA councilmember as she defeats Spencer Pratt for 2nd spot in mayor runoff

The trend in Los Angeles’ mayoral primary race is still leaning Nithya Raman’s way. Here's what to know about her.

Progressive Nithya Raman advances to November runoff against Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Progressive city council member Nithya Raman has advanced to a November runoff against Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, setting up an unexpected matchup between two Democrats and former political allies to run the struggling city of nearly 4 million. The outcome means Spencer Pratt, a Republican and former reality television personality from “The Hills,” is out of the running. His candidacy had drawn national attention because of his celebrity and willingness to challenge liberal

By The Korea Herald

Nithya Raman Knocks Out Spencer Pratt in L.A. Mayoral Race

The LA City Council member overtook the MAGA-aligned former reality TV star,  advancing to the November election

By Charisma Madarang

Raman Solidifies 22K Vote Lead Over Pratt In L.A. Mayor Election; Likely To Face Ex-Ally In Run-Off, Bass”Looks Forward To Winning”

The trend in Los Angeles’ mayoral campaign continues to lean Nithya Raman’s way as the two-term City Council member grew her lead over Spencer Pratt for a run-off against incumbent Karen Bass. There are more votes still to be counted, but it looks almost certain that Raman’s surge has swept Donald Trump endorsed Pratt out […]

By Dominic Patten

Spencer Pratt Eliminated From L.A. Mayor's Race

Spencer Pratt's Los Angeles mayoral dream won't come true this year ... because he finished third in the primary election and won't advance to the runoff. Mayor Karen Bass and City Councilwoman Nithya Raman won more of the vote than Pratt ...…

By TMZ Staff