Vice President Kamala Harris is poised to formally accept the presidential nomination at the 2024 Democratic Convention, surrounded by her loving family, including her husband Doug Emhoff and their step-children.
As the 59-year-old politician prepares to deliver her highly anticipated acceptance speech on Thursday night, her family, including step-daughter Ella Emhoff, have already been spotted at the venue, showcasing their unwavering support.
As Ella steps into the national spotlight alongside her “Momala,” many are curious about her life and accomplishments. Here’s a comprehensive look at this talented young woman.
Ella, 25, is Doug‘s second child with his ex-wife Kerstin. While her step-mother has been serving alongside President Joe Biden at the White House, Ella has built a reputation as a creative force in her own right.
This fashion designer, model, and artist has made a name for herself in the fashion world, even making her Met Gala debut in 2021. Her innovative “knit paintings” can be seen on her Instagram, where she showcases her artistic talents.
A graduate of The New School’s Parsons School of Design, Ella is represented by IMG Models Worldwide and has walked the runway at various fashion shows. Her creative energy knows no bounds, and she continues to make waves in the fashion industry.
Ella and Kamala share a strong, loving bond, which was evident when Kamala faced criticism from Republican vice president candidate JD Vance, who referred to her as a “childless cat lady” in a 2021 interview.
In response, Kerstin released a statement, praising Kamala‘s dedication as a co-parent, describing her as “loving, nurturing, fiercely protective, and always present.” Ella later shared her mom’s quote on her Instagram story, affectionately referring to Kamala as one of her “three parents.”
More recently, Ella went viral at the DNC for her enthusiastic support of her dad during his speech, holding up a sign with his name and cheering him on.
Learn more about the Harris-Emhoff family and their inspiring story!
