Jane Fonda, an Oscar-winning actress and progressive activist, has announced her endorsement of Karen Bass in the Los Angeles mayoral race. Fonda shared her support during an interview with TheWrap, to which Bass responded by expressing her honor at receiving Fonda's backing. Bass highlighted Fonda's lifelong commitment to various social causes, stating, "Jane has never been afraid to do either, and I’m proud to have her in this fight with us."
Bass has also received endorsements from California Governor Gavin Newsom and actor Samuel L. Jackson. She is competing against city councilwoman Nithya Raman and former reality TV star Spencer Pratt in the upcoming election. The primary election is scheduled for June 2, with the top two candidates moving on to the general election in November.