Gus Walz speaks for the first time about his viral DNC moment: ‘I was just being emotional’

Gus Walz Breaks Silence on Emotional Reaction to Dad Tim Walz’s VP Nomination

Over the summer, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz’s son Gus became (for better or worse) a viral sensation. When the now 18-year-old saw his dad accept the Democratic nomination for Vice President of the United States alongside presidential candidate Kamala Harris, he broke down in tears. Cameras panned to the crowd where Gus was cheering, weeping, and saying, “That’s my dad!” It was a raw moment that tugged on the heartstrings of so many Americans…

Tim Walz's Son Breaks His Silence On Criticism He Received During Father's Campaign

When 18-year-old Gus Walz stood up during the Democratic National Convention last August and pointed proudly at his father, Gov. Tim Walz, many people felt touched. He shouted, “That’s my dad!” with tears in his eyes as his father walked onto the stage to accept the nomination for vice president. The moment went viral. Some people loved it. Others, sadly, made fun of him. But Gus? He didn’t let the hate get to him. In his first-ever public inter…

Gov. Tim Walz’s son gives first interview ever 9 months after viral DNC moment

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz's son, Gus Walz, speaks about his viral moment at the DNC and his learning disorder.

Gus Walz speaks for the first time about his viral DNC moment: ‘I was just being emotional’

In his first-ever interview, Gus Walz explained his instantly viral moment at the Democratic National Convention in August when his father, Gov. Tim Walz, accepted the nomination for vice president. Gus pointed at his father, stood up and, with tears in his eyes, said, “That’s my dad!” “I was just being emotional,” Gus, 18, said in a “CBS Mornings” interview that aired Monday. “There’s nothing wrong with showing emotions.” During the interview, …

Tim Walz’s Son Responds To Critics Of His Viral DNC Moment

Gus Walz looked back on the emotional experience while talking to "CBS Mornings" for his first public interview.

Gus Walz opens up about viral DNC moment

Watching his dad, Tim Walz, accept the Democratic nomination to run for vice president last year was surreal for Gus Walz.