In 2014, SFGate reported that Kamala Harris, attorney general at the time, got engaged to Douglas Emhoff after «about a year» of dating. The proposal was relatively low-key with Emhoff popping the question on March 27, 2014 at Harris’ apartment. She told the outlet that her then-fiancé «has the best sense of humor» and is «incredibly smart.» At the time, she said, «I don’t believe in long engagements,» guessing they would be married «within six months and it’ll probably be intimate.»
Harris was right about that one, since they tied the knot at the Santa Barbara courthouse in August 2014. The ceremony was conducted by the sister of the bride, Maya Harris, according to SFGate. Even though they opted for a courthouse wedding, the couple still added in some personal touches. There was a cellist playing music. They wrote their own vows and incorporated traditions from each of their backgrounds. At the end of the ceremony, they broke a glass to honor Emhoff’s Jewish heritage. Harris also placed a flower garland around his neck, in honor of an Indian wedding tradition. And then they went back to normal life, instead of embarking on a honeymoon.
At this point, it seems Emhoff is the most supportive spouse he could possibly be, based on his social media activity about his wife’s political aspirations. But hopefully, as the campaign continues, the public will get to know more about him beyond being a famous husband.
