Heather McDonald Draws Celebrity Criticism for Endorsing Spencer Pratt's LA Mayor Bid

Heather McDonald has become the target of celebrity pushback following her vocal endorsement of Spencer Pratt's mayoral campaign in Los Angeles.

The comedian took to Threads on Wednesday, May 6, during the mayoral debate to champion Pratt's candidacy, posting a photo with him from a campaign event alongside the caption: "Watching @spencerpratt in the mayoral debate! Let's Go Spencer! @spencerpratt spencerpratt #la #decision2026 #juicyscoop #savela."

Pratt has positioned himself as a nonpartisan candidate in the race. When asked about his political alignment, he stated: "Thankfully it's a nonpartisan race, but if there was a letter next to my name, it would be an R, but that R would stand for results. I'm coming in with no tribal politics. I'm coming here to represent all Angelenos."

Following the debate, Pratt has garnered support from right-wing media outlets, with Rolling Stone noting that "MAGA rallies" have formed around his candidacy.

McDonald's endorsement prompted immediate responses from entertainment figures expressing their disapproval. Queer Eye's Bobby Berk wrote, "Girl, seriously. WTF?!? So embarrassed for you."

Yvette Nicole Brown commented, "Heather, damn," accompanied by a broken heart emoji.

Drag Race personality MonetxChange posted, "Oh wow. Heather I knew you were a comedian, no idea you were a clown."

Holly Robinson Peete responded with a palm-to-face emoji, while writer and comedian Drew Droege said, "F–king VOMIT, Heather. No."

Author Allison Winn offered a more detailed critique, questioning Pratt's qualifications: "Heather, curious to hear why a man who has declared bankruptcy and wasn't financially responsible enough to insure his own home should be in charge of the second largest city in the country and a $14 billion budget. A man who invested $1 million in crystals and sold sex tapes as a side hustle. What about his background makes you look at him and think: oh yes, that man is responsible enough to steer Los Angeles?"

Notably, Pratt's own sister has also publicly opposed his decision to enter the mayoral race.