A serious allegation has emerged against Doug Emhoff, involving claims of physical assault by an ex-girlfriend during a high-profile event in France.
The Daily Mail reported that in 2012, at the amFAR gala dinner in southern France, Jane, an ex-girlfriend of Doug Emhoff who is a New York attorney, claims she was physically assaulted by him. Emhoff, currently married to Kamala Harris, has denied these allegations through a spokesperson.
This incident has prompted renewed scrutiny of Emhoff’s personal history. Jane alleges the incident was unprovoked and violent enough to cause her to spin around from the impact.
She has described her shock and has chosen to come forward with her account, motivated by what she perceives as Emhoff's public portrayal which contradicts her experience. After Emhoff denied the slap through a spokesman, Jane felt compelled to share her story publicly.
Jane and Emhoff's romantic relationship began in 2012 after they met on Match.com. Shortly after meeting, Emhoff voiced intentions of marrying Jane and expressed a desire to have more children with her. Their relationship kicked off before he met Kamala Harris, with whom he is now married.
Their connection developed quickly, with plans and commitments being discussed early on. Jane felt that there was a serious future in the offing with Emhoff, which included discussing potential moves for her career. Emhoff even seemed supportive of these life-changing decisions.
However, Emhoff was previously married to his first wife, Kerstin, until she filed for divorce in 2009.
During their relationship, Jane claims Emhoff disclosed to her an affair with his children’s teacher, which reportedly resulted in a pregnancy. Emhoff allegedly discussed this casually, attempting to downplay the situation, which Jane described as hurtful.
The alleged assault at the amFAR gala, an event noted for celebrity attendance and philanthropic fundraising, was reported by Jane to have occurred out of nowhere. She claims to have booked tickets for herself and Emhoff, during which the alleged physical assault took place.
Following the alleged incident, Jane immediately confided in two friends about what had happened and later discussed it with a third friend in 2018. This reiteration of the event over the years lends continuity to her account, which she has supported with documents proving her relationship and shared travel with Emhoff to France.
These allegations were brought to light publicly for the first time in October by DailyMail.com, which Jane hoped would prompt a thorough investigation into Emhoff's behavior.
Reports have also surfaced about an affair Emhoff allegedly had with Najen Naylor, the nanny to his children from his previous marriage. Moreover, Jane conveyed concerns over Emhoff's behavior at work, describing it as inappropriate and misogynistic.
Jane has expressed disgust and dismay at the contrast between Emhoff’s public persona and his private conduct as she alleges it. This contradiction, especially Emhoff being showcased as a non-toxic and perfect spouse, strikes her as hypocritical and shocking.
"Every time I see Doug on TV portraying the persona of a perfect spouse and non-toxic man, I wonder if Najen is watching too and feeling as disgusted as I am," Jane said. Her discomfort stems from her personal experiences and the inconsistencies she perceives in Emhoff's public image versus his private actions.
When reached for a response, a spokesperson for Emhoff categorically denied the allegations, stating, "This report is untrue," and emphasized that "any suggestion that he would or has ever hit a woman is false."
Jane’s account has not only cast a shadow on Emhoff’s character but also ignited conversations about authenticity and integrity in public figures.
"He's being held out to be the antithesis of who he is. And that is utterly shocking," Jane remarked, highlighting her alarm at the dissonance between Emhoff's public facade and her alleged experiences.
"What's frightening for a woman that's been on the other end of it, is watching this completely fabricated persona being portrayed," she added, further questioning the reliability of public personas shaped by media and political narratives.
With the allegations now public, there is an emphasis on the need for a thorough and respectful investigation into the claims made by Jane. She has expressed a desire to see accountability and has taken brave steps to share her story in the hope of shedding light on behaviors that, if true, could offer insights into the private lives of public personalities.