Reality-TV villain Spencer Pratt runs for Los Angeles mayor

Republican Spencer Pratt, known from the TV series "The Hills", is competing in a tight race for the position of Los Angeles mayor. Pratt is running against two Democrats in one of America's largest cities.

Los Angeles is witnessing an unusual mayoral race in which reality-TV star Spencer Pratt is attempting to take control of one of America's largest cities. Pratt gained wider recognition from the TV series "The Hills", where he was often portrayed as a negative character.

As a Republican, Pratt is competing against two Democrats in a tight electoral contest. Los Angeles has traditionally been a strong Democratic stronghold, which is why Pratt's candidacy is surprising and drawing widespread attention.

The election campaign demonstrates how fame from the entertainment world can expand into politics even at the local government level. Whether the TV star's image will help or hinder his political success remains to be seen on election day.