Since Kamala Harris secured the Democratic nomination for the 2024 Presidential election, her personal life, including her past relationships, has come under increased scrutiny. One notable relationship that has recently gained attention is her former romance with Montel Williams.
Who is Montel Williams?
Montel Williams, born in 1956, is a well-known actor and TV host. He is famous for his talk show, The Montel Williams Show, which aired from 1991 to 2008. His show was similar to The Jerry Springer Show or Maury, focusing on real-life controversies and true crime stories. Unlike many other talk shows, Williams’ show also explored spirituality and featured guests like clairvoyants, psychics, and ghost hunters.
In addition to his TV career, Williams is an advocate for Multiple Sclerosis (MS) research and awareness. Diagnosed with MS in 1999, he has been a strong proponent of using medical cannabis to treat the condition.
Montel Williams’ Relationship with Kamala Harris
Williams and Harris dated briefly around the turn of the millennium. They made their public debut as a couple at the Eighth Annual Race to Erase Multiple Sclerosis event in 2001, shortly after Williams’ MS diagnosis. The relationship appears to have been short-lived, as there are few public photos or details about their time together. Harris married Doug Emhoff in 2014, having met him on a blind date the year before. Williams married Tara Fowler, a flight attendant, in 2007.
When Harris first ran for president in 2020, Williams addressed their past relationship on Twitter in 2019, saying, “Kamala Harris and I briefly dated about 20 years ago when we were both single. So what? I have great respect for Sen. Harris.” He also questioned whether similar stories about her dating history would be scrutinized if she were a male candidate.
As Harris moves forward with her presidential bid this year, Williams has not endorsed her candidacy. Instead, he has expressed support for other political figures. On July 22, 2024, Williams tweeted his enthusiasm for Wes Moore, the Governor of Maryland, and indicated his readiness to campaign for Moore rather than Harris.
