Douglas Emhoff

Lawyer, Businessman, Political Activist

American Brooklyn, New York City, U.S.

Quick Info

ProfessionLawyer, Businessman, Political Activist
NationalityAmerican
Date of Birth13/10/1964
Age61 years
BirthplaceBrooklyn, New York City, U.S.

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Bio/Wiki

Full NameDouglas Craig Emhoff
Other NameDoug Emhoff
Nickname(s)
  • Dougie
  • Second Dude
Famous forBeing 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

Height6' (183 cm)
Eye ColorBrown
Hair ColorSalt & Pepper

Educational Qualification(s)

SchoolCedar Ridge High School, New Jersey
College/University
  • California State University, Northridge, Los Angeles
  • University of Southern California Gould School of Law, Los Angeles
Degree(s)
  • B.A. from California State University, Northridge
  • J.D. from University of Southern California Gould School of Law

Personal Life

ReligionJudaism
Food HabitNon-vegetarian
Address1 Observatory Circle NW, U.S. Naval Observatory, Washington, D.C., U.S.
Hobbies
  • Golf
  • Fantasy football
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 StatusMarried
Affairs/GirlfriendsKamala Harris (2013-2014)
Marriage Date
First MarriageYear 1992 (divorced in 2010)
Second Marriage22/08/2014
Marriage PlaceSanta Barbara County Courthouse, Santa Barbara, California

Family

FatherMichael Emhoff (Shoe Designer)
MotherBarbara Emhoff
Siblings
  • Andy Emhoff
  • Jamie Emhoff
Spouse
  • Kerstin Mackin (divorced in 2010
  • Film Producer)
  • Kamala Harris (Politician, Lawyer, Social Activist)
  • Kerstin Mackin (Film Producer, divorced in 2010)
Children
  • Cole Emhoff (named after John Coltrane
  • corporate employee)
  • Ella Emhoff (named after Ella Fitzgerald
  • model, artist, fashion designer)

Career

OverviewDouglas Emhoff is a prominent entertainment lawyer and businessman, recognized for his significant contributions to entertainment law and his role in political activism.
Early CareerHe began his professional journey as an associate in Pillsbury Winthrop's litigation group, quickly establishing a reputation in entertainment litigation.
Notable Achievements
  • Represented Hollywood Video in a major accounting dispute, boosting his profile in the industry.
  • Worked as a managing director of Venable LLP's West Coast offices, significantly impacting the law firm’s operations.
  • He became a visiting professor at Georgetown University Law Center in 2020, focusing on ‘Entertainment Law Disputes’.
  • Served as the first Second Gentleman of the United States from 2021 to 2025.
  • Partner at DLA Piper Law Firm, representing large corporations and high-profile individuals in complex business, real estate, and intellectual property litigation.
  • Joined DLA Piper as a partner in 2017, working at its Washington, D.C., and California offices, earning $1.2 million per year.
  • Represented numerous high-profile clients including animation studios and professional athletes in complex business, real estate, and intellectual property litigation.
Government RoleFrom 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 TeamLos Angeles Lakers
Music GenreJazz
Salary174,994 (as a visiting professor at Georgetown University) (as of 2023)
Assets/PropertiesA 3,500-square-foot home in Brentwood, Los Angeles for 2.7 million (2012)

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.
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