History of Ella Emhoff in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: August 24, 2024

Ella Rose Emhoff is an American artist and fashion designer who gained recognition as a member of the Second Family of the United States. She is the daughter of U.S. Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff and stepdaughter of Vice President Kamala Harris. Emhoff's unique style and creative pursuits have garnered public attention and established her as a prominent figure in the worlds of fashion and art.

May 29, 1999: Birth of Ella Emhoff

On May 29, 1999, Ella Emhoff was born in the United States.

2008: Ella Emhoff's Parents Divorce

In 2008, when Ella Emhoff was 9 years old, her parents, Douglas Emhoff and Kerstin Emhoff got divorced.

August 2014: Douglas Emhoff Marries Kamala Harris

In August 2014, Ella Emhoff's father, Douglas Emhoff, married Kamala Harris, who was serving as the Attorney General of California at the time.

2014: Cameo Appearance in Bo Burnham's Music Video

In 2014, Ella Emhoff made a cameo appearance in the music video for the song "Repeat Stuff" by Bo Burnham.

2016: Kamala Harris Elected to the US Senate

In 2016, when Ella Emhoff was 17 years old, her stepmother, Kamala Harris, was elected to the United States Senate, representing California.

2017: Ella Emhoff Graduates from Wildwood School

Ella Emhoff graduated from Wildwood School in 2017, where she was involved in the swimming and basketball teams.

September 2019: Signs with Modeling Agent

In September 2019, Ella Emhoff was signed to her modeling agent Viola's agency.

August 2020: Speaks at the 2020 Democratic National Convention

Ella Emhoff delivered a speech at the 2020 Democratic National Convention in August 2020.

2020: Supports "For the Gworls" Organization

In 2020, Ella Emhoff announced her support for "For the Gworls," a Black, transgender-led collective that fundraises to assist Black transgender individuals in paying for rent, gender-affirming surgery, travel, and medical care.

January 2021: Signs with IMG Models

In January 2021, Ella Emhoff signed a worldwide contract with IMG Models, an international modeling agency based in New York City.

January 20, 2021: Attends the 59th U.S. Presidential Inauguration

On January 20, 2021, Ella Emhoff attended the 59th U.S. Presidential Inauguration in Washington, D.C., where she witnessed her stepmother being sworn in as the 49th Vice President of the United States.

2021: Ella Emhoff Graduates from Parsons School of Design

Ella Emhoff graduated from Parsons School of Design in New York City in 2021 with a major in fine arts, concentrating on apparel and textiles.

2021: Founds Soft Hands

In 2021, Ella Emhoff established Soft Hands, a company dedicated to exploring opportunities in fashion, design, creative consulting, and event hosting.

2021: Kamala Harris Becomes Vice President of the United States

In 2021, when Ella Emhoff was 22, her stepmother, Kamala Harris, was sworn in as the Vice President of the United States, making Ella a member of the Second Family.