Quick Info
| Profession | Lawyer, Businessman, Political Activist |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 13/10/1964 |
| Age | 61 years |
| Birthplace | Brooklyn, New York City, U.S. |
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Douglas Craig Emhoff |
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| Other Name | Doug Emhoff |
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| Famous for | Being the husband of Kamala Harris, the 49th Vice President of the United States, and serving as the first Second Gentleman of the United States from 2021 to 2025. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6' (183 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Brown |
| Hair Color | Salt & Pepper |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | Cedar Ridge High School, New Jersey |
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Personal Life
| Religion | Judaism |
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| Food Habit | Non-vegetarian |
| Address | 1 Observatory Circle NW, U.S. Naval Observatory, Washington, D.C., U.S. |
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| Tattoo(s) | On left arm - Initials of the names of his children and a symbol of dragon signifying his and his wife, Kamala Harris' birth year |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married | ||||
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| Affairs/Girlfriends | Kamala Harris (2013-2014) | ||||
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| Marriage Place | Santa Barbara County Courthouse, Santa Barbara, California |
Family
| Father | Michael Emhoff (Shoe Designer) |
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| Mother | Barbara Emhoff |
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Career
| Overview | Douglas Emhoff is a prominent entertainment lawyer and businessman, recognized for his significant contributions to entertainment law and his role in political activism. |
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| Early Career | He began his professional journey as an associate in Pillsbury Winthrop's litigation group, quickly establishing a reputation in entertainment litigation. |
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| Government Role | From 2021 to 2025, he made history as America's first Second Gentleman after Kamala Harris was elected Vice President. During his tenure, he championed causes including combating antisemitism, promoting gender equality, and advocating for reproductive rights. |
Favourites
| Basketball Team | Los Angeles Lakers |
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| Music Genre | Jazz |
| Salary | 174,994 (as a visiting professor at Georgetown University) (as of 2023) |
| Assets/Properties | A 3,500-square-foot home in Brentwood, Los Angeles for 2.7 million (2012) |
Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/douglasemhoff/ | |
| https://twitter.com/SecondGentleman |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Douglas Emhoff lived in Matawan and Old Bridge Township, New Jersey from 1969 to 1981. | |
| 2. He became a bar mitzvah in 1977, showcasing his Jewish heritage. | |
| 3. After meeting Kamala Harris on a blind date set by a mutual friend in 2013, he promptly expressed his feelings for her in an email, marking the beginning of their relationship. | |
| 4. In 2009, he won a significant case representing Taco Bell’s former advertising agency, further enhancing his legal career. | |
| 5. He hosted a Passover Seder at the White House in 2022, demonstrating his commitment to his Jewish roots. | |
| 6. He is actively involved in promoting legal aid services and advocating for gender equality. | |
| 7. After meeting Kamala Harris on a blind date set by mutual friend Chrisette Hudlin in 2013, he promptly emailed her a list of available dates for the next couple of months, expressing his desire to make the relationship work. | |
| 8. He is the first Jewish spouse of a U.S. vice president. | |
| 9. Harris's sister Maya officiated their wedding ceremony. | |
| 10. Emhoff’s children, Cole and Ella, call Kamala Harris “Momala.” | |
| 11. He was married to Kerstin Mackin for 16 years before divorcing in 2010, and they remain good friends. Kerstin also volunteered for Kamala Harris's campaign. |