She’s three-for-three.

Rebecca Rhynhart picked up her third endorsement from a former Philadelphia mayor in her quest to win the Democratic nomination for the same position.

Former Pennsylvania Gov. Ed Rendell joined Michael Nutter and John Street as previous chief executives of the city that are throwing their weight and influence behind the former city controller.

“Based on her experience, her record as an elected official and her personal character, I believe Rebecca Rhynhart is the best choice,” Rendell said in a statement.

“I have found that a good leader must be willing to take prudent risks in putting forward solutions that may not be immediately popular. Rebecca has demonstrated the willingness to propose such solutions when she is convinced it is the best way to deal with the problem. She is willing to take political risks for the public good.”

Rhynhart said in a statement that, “Governor Rendell is one of the most transformative and widely respected leaders in our city and state’s history. It’s an honor to have earned his endorsement. His legacy demonstrates that we share the belief that our residents deserve leaders who will move our city beyond the status quo.

“(His) decision to endorse me also means that my campaign now has the support of three former Philadelphia mayors who bring a collective twenty-four years of experience doing the job. Their confidence in my leadership means a great deal to me and further proves that I have the knowledge, experience, and courage to lead our city forward – making it safer and cleaner and providing our residents with true opportunity.”

Rendell called on Rhynhart to hire some of her opponents, specifically naming former City Councilmembers Allan Domb and Cherelle Parker, as well as Maria Quiñones Sánchez and Derek Green, both of whom suspended their campaigns for mayor.

“Doing this would take advantage of the talent of these candidates,” Rendell said, “and this ‘team of rivals’ would be more than strong enough to raise the morale of our citizens and to effectuate a 180-degree turn in Philadelphia’s fortunes.”

The endorsement from the 45th governor of the Commonwealth comes on the heels of Parker receiving endorsements from two U.S. congressional representatives – Rep. Brendan Boyle (D-02) and Rep. Dwight Evans (D-03)

In other endorsement news, Helen Gym picked up the backing of two Pennsylvania state representatives – Rep. Rick Krajewski (D-Philadelphia) and Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler (D-Philadelphia).

It is believed to be the first time that any Philadelphia mayoral candidate has received the “blessing” of three previous occupants of the office.