Spencer Pratt Spills The Tea: Simon Cowell'S Influence On His 'Villain' Persona

From Reality Star to Villain: Spencer Pratt's Transformation

Spencer Pratt, known for his notorious "villain" persona on reality TV, has revealed that the inspiration behind his character comes from none other than Simon Cowell. The 42-year-old reality star, who made waves on 'The Hills' and has appeared on shows like the UK's 'Celebrity Big Brother' and the US edition of 'I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here!' with his wife Heidi Montag, recently shared how Simon Cowell's honest and blunt style shaped his own on-screen persona.

Channeling Cowell: The Birth of a Villain

In an interview with Extra, Spencer recalled the advice he received from David Foster, Brody Jenner's then-stepfather, who suggested he emulate Simon Cowell's approach to reality TV. "At the time, I didn’t know who Simon Cowell was since I didn’t watch X Factor, but David was like, ‘He’s the best,'" Spencer explained. Despite not initially knowing Cowell, Spencer took the advice to heart, using Cowell's straightforward and truthful style to craft his own "villainous" character.

“He got to be the villain because he was being honest and truthful about people’s talent,” Spencer noted, reflecting on Cowell's influence.

Although Spencer has no regrets about his portrayal, he admits the audience didn't always "connect" with his behavior. Still, he remains open to maintaining his villain persona, especially if the financial incentives align.

Regrets and Reflections: Spencer's Career Choices

While Spencer is firm in his decision to continue playing the villain for the right price, he does have some reflections on his career path. "Obviously, it would be to do better, be a better TV personality, end up like a Kardashian somehow," he mused, acknowledging the potential he saw in elevating his career to new heights.

He also reflected on early career decisions, particularly his choice to focus on being a reality star rather than pursuing acting. Speaking to PEOPLE magazine, he shared, "I didn't think about it, and that moment did change my life forever because nobody ever took me seriously again. Nowadays, there's a Kim [Kardashian] who has been able to be a reality personality and an actor. Good for her, you know, but that was impossible [back then], so I kind of just accepted what I got into."

Despite his "villain" reputation, Spencer's only regret is not pushing his career further. His journey serves as a testament to the complexities of reality TV fame and the enduring impact of early career choices.