Gus Walz tears up during father Tim Walz’s DNC speech

Youngest Son of Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz Moved to Tears During DNC Speech

In a heartwarming moment, Gus Walz, the youngest child of Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, had an emotional reaction during his father's speech at the Wednesday night program of the 2024 Democratic National Convention.

Walz, the vice-presidential running mate of Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris, accepted his party's nomination for vice president on Wednesday, delivering the evening's keynote speech. Addressing his family, who were seated in the United Center in Chicago, Walz said, “Hope, Gus and Gwen – you are my entire world, and I love you.”

Gus Walz, 17, sprung from his seat, visibly moved by his father's words, and mouthed, "That's my dad! That's my dad!" He pointed his index finger and said, "I love you, dad."

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Gus Walz Has a 'Secret Power'

Gus Walz, 17, is the youngest child of Walz and Gwen Walz. He has ADHD, a nonverbal learning disorder, and an anxiety disorder. In a recent statement to People Magazine, Walz and his wife, both former teachers, said they noticed his differences at an early age and never considered his conditions to be an obstacle.

"Like so many American families, it took us time to figure out how to make sure we did everything we could to make sure Gus would be set up for success as he was growing up," the couple said.

"It took time, but what became so immediately clear to us was that Gus’ condition is not a setback — it’s his secret power," they added.