Spencer Pratt channels his inner Fresh Prince of Bel Air with latest searing ad
Spencer Pratt, a candidate for mayor of Los Angeles, has released a campaign ad that parodies the theme song of The Fresh Prince of Bel Air. The ad addresses his living situation and critiques the current mayor, Karen Bass, while referencing his personal story of running for office after losing his home in a fire. Pratt's ad creatively combines elements of his life and campaign, including his temporary living arrangements.
- ▪Spencer Pratt's campaign ad parodies The Fresh Prince of Bel Air theme song.
- ▪The ad highlights Pratt's story of running for mayor after his house burned down in a fire.
- ▪Pratt's ad includes critiques of incumbent Mayor Karen Bass and addresses his living situation controversy.
4 outlets in our directory ran this story, first to last over 4 hours. Coverage spans 2 points on the political spectrum — 1 lean left, 2 right.
- ▪ Spencer Pratt dubs himself the 'Fresh Prince of Bel-Air' in spoof campaign video for LA mayor race — Fox News — Latest
- ▪ Spencer Pratt channels Will Smith for ‘fresh’ new campaign ad at Hotel Bel-Air — California Post
- ▪ Spencer Pratt Declares Himself ‘Prince of Bel-Air’ in Spoof Music Video — Rolling Stone
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| Publication time | Mon, 18 May 2026 18:54:01 +0000 |
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Los Angeles mayoral candidate Spencer Pratt embraced criticism of his living situation in a campaign ad channeling one of the city’s most famous shows. Pratt’s campaign ad featured a parody of the theme song from The Fresh Prince of Bel Air, with the changed lyrics rapping about his story of how he decided to run for mayor after his house burned down in the Palisades fire in early 2025. The ad was filled with references blending the show and his campaign, including swipes at incumbent Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass.
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