Who Is JD Vance's Wife, Usha? Here's Everything We Know
Usha Vance, the wife of author and politician JD Vance, is an accomplished and inspiring figure in her own right. Here's what we know about her upbringing as the daughter of Indian immigrants, impressive legal career, and family life.
While JD Vance gained national recognition through his bestselling memoir, Hillbilly Elegy, and subsequent political career, including his recent nomination as Trump's vice president, Vance's wife Usha has also led a fascinating life and built an impressive career. Here's what we know.
Usha Vance, née Chilukuri, was born and raised in the United States after her parents emigrated from India to the U.S., seeking a brighter future. Growing up as the daughter of Indian immigrants, Usha has a unique perspective on the challenges and triumphs associated with pursuing the American dream. Her father is a lecturer at San Diego State University's Department of Aerospace Engineering, while her mother is a marine molecular biologist and biochemist, and Provost of Sixth College at UC San Diego.
Childhood friends have described Vance as a "leader" and a "bookworm." She excelled at school, with an exceptional academic background that includes earning a Master of Philosophy degree in early modern history from Cambridge before moving on to Yale Law School where met her future husband, JD.
Vance then embarked on a distinguished legal career. She served as a law clerk for Judge Brett Kavanaugh on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit, then as a clerk for Chief Justice John Roberts on the U.S. Supreme Court. Her work in the legal field, particularly her clerkships, has been driven by a desire to uphold justice and the rule of law. Additionally, her support for JD Vance’s political career, which focuses on addressing the issues faced by working-class Americans, aligns with her own values and aspirations for a fairer, freer society.
Beyond her professional accomplishments, Vance is also a devoted wife and mother. She and JD have been married for ten years and are raising three children. She is a practicing Hindu while JD is a Christian. He recently converted from Evangelicism to Catholicism.
In the movie adaptation of JD's bestselling memoir, Hillbilly Elegy, Usha was played by actress Freida Pinto. The story follows a family and culture crisis in Kentucky and has received overwhelmingly positive reviews.
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