July 24th 2024.
Kamala Harris, the current vice president of the United States, is stepping up her campaign for the presidency in hopes of securing the Democratic Party's nomination and surpassing former president Donald Trump. If she succeeds, she will become the first female, Black, and Asian president in the country's history. And by her side will be her husband, Douglas Emhoff, who could also make history as the first first gentleman.
Emhoff has been Harris's partner for over a decade, but it's only recently that public interest in him has grown as Harris's career has advanced. So who is the man who will be supporting Harris in her race to the White House? How did he meet Harris? Let's take a closer look.
Back in 2013, Kamala Harris, who was then the Attorney General of California, was set up on a blind date by her best friend, Chrisette Hudlin. The man she was set up with was Douglas Emhoff, a Los Angeles entertainment lawyer. Hudlin had met Emhoff for legal advice and was immediately impressed by him. Emhoff wasted no time and sent Harris a text message the same day the idea was suggested, and the two quickly spoke on the phone. They went on their first date and were married just a year later.
Emhoff later confirmed their love story in a post on social media, saying, "Blind date, love at first sight, marriage, family, and an incredible life together. Through it all, no matter what, she is always there for me and our family without hesitation."
As for his career, Emhoff shares Harris's passion for law and justice. He began his legal career at Pillsbury Winthrop, a US litigation group, before moving on to other firms. In 2000, he opened his own law firm, which was eventually bought by Venable LLP. He later joined DLA Piper and eventually became the managing director of the firm's West Coast offices. When Harris was chosen as Joe Biden's running mate, Emhoff took a leave of absence from his job. And when Biden won the presidential election, Emhoff left the firm permanently to avoid potential conflicts of interest.
Emhoff was previously married to film producer Kerstin Emhoff, with whom he shares two children, Cole and Ella. Kerstin is the co-founder and CEO of production company Prettybird and the CEO of creative studio Ventureland.
As Kamala Harris continues her journey towards the presidency, she will have her husband, Douglas Emhoff, by her side, supporting her every step of the way. And as a nation, we may witness history being made with the first female, Black, and Asian president, as well as the first first gentleman. Stay tuned.
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