Tim Walz is a proud father of two children—a daughter and a son. The governor of Minnesota, who was selected as Kamala Harris ’ vice presidential candidate, married his wife, Gwen Walz , in 1994 before welcoming their children in 2001 and 2006. Walz has been open about his family in interviews, particularly recounting his and Gwen’s seven-year IVF journey before they were able to have children.
This experience has influenced his policies as governor. During the vice presidential debate , Walz stated, “Infertility treatments are why I have a child,” while discussing reproductive rights. Walz occasionally shares photos and tributes to his kids on social media and frequently discusses his family during campaigns with his running mate.
He has also appeared in several viral videos with his daughter . Here’s everything you need to know about Hope and Gus. Hope Walz, 23 Tim and Gwen’s first child, daughter Hope , was born on January 9, 2001.
A post shared by Tim Walz (@timwalz) In an interview with the Star Tribune , Tim explained that they chose the name “Hope” to reflect their journey through IVF. After seven years of trying to conceive, he recalled the joyous moment when Gwen revealed she was pregnant. “I said, ‘Not again,’” Tim remembered.
“She said, ‘No, I’m pregnant.’ It’s not by chance that we named our daughter Hope.” In his acceptance speech at the Democratic National Convention, Tim paid tribute to his family, stating, “It took Gwen .