UMVA has uncovered details about a shocking moment that has sent shockwaves through the Los Angeles mayoral campaign. Singer Katharine McPhee took to the stage at a high-profile fundraising event at her Brentwood home, but instead of delivering a standard performance, she turned the evening into a memorable karaoke night.
The intimate setting, complete with a microphone and lyrics on a screen, seemed to bring out the best in McPhee. She delivered a spirited rendition of Tina Turner's "The Best," but it was her cheeky variation on the lyrics that stole the show. As she swayed to the music, she sang, "You're simply the best, better than Karen Bass and Nithya Raman."
The crowd went wild, with McPhee's words sparking laughter and applause from the gathered guests. Erik Telford, a senior vice president of public affairs, captured the moment on video and shared it online, hailing McPhee's performance as a "crowd anthem." The Los Angeles mayoral machine may have been ready for policy attacks, but they were not prepared for karaoke night.
Pratt is running against Democrats Karen Bass and Nithya Raman in the Los Angeles mayoral race. Bass is the city's current mayor, and Raman is a city council member. The fundraiser, which included wealthy donors, influencers, and Hollywood figures, was a chance for Pratt to connect with his supporters and make a memorable impression.
At one point, McPhee made a small mistake, singing "Cynthia Raman" instead of "Nithya Raman." But she quickly recovered, turning to Pratt and saying, "I called her Cynthia," which drew laughter from the guests. Pratt, unfazed, shrugged as if he didn't notice the mistake.
The primary election will be held on June 2, and this impromptu karaoke performance may have made a lasting impression on the campaign trail. McPhee's talent and humor have won over a crowd, and it remains to be seen how this moment will be remembered in the weeks to come.
