Governor Tim Walz is speaking at the 2024 Democratic National Convention tonight, and we’re taking a moment to highlight his lovely children: Hope and Gus ! They were both in attendance at night one of the DNC, and it’s possible they’ll be back for night three tonight as well! There’s some info you might not know about Hope , who was born in January of 2001, and Gus , who was born in October of 2006. Keep reading to find out more..
. Back in February, the Governor spoke out about him and his wife’s fertility struggles before welcoming their two kids. He said , “ Gwen and I have two beautiful children because of reproductive health care like IVF.
This issue is deeply personal to our family and so many others.” They underwent years of fertility treatments before welcoming their daughter in 2001. The Governor revealed that his 23-year-old daughter is a social worker, she works at a shelter for the unhoused, and she’s also a ski instructor! She graduated last year from Montana State University – Bozeman with a bachelor’s degree in Criminology and she also minored in Women’s Gender and Sexuality studies.
He’s also documented their love of the outdoors on his official Instagram. They’ve gone on hikes together, went fly-fishing , and more. Gus is still in high school and his dad celebrated last year when he became a licensed driver! “My son Gus just passed his (what do you call it? A drivers license exam?).
Proud dad moment,” he posted on Instagram . Gov.