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Tulsi Gabbard and husband Abraham Williams' beautiful love story: From surf buddies to soulmates

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By Prakriti Deb
Published on May 23, 2026 12:31 am IST

The couple first met around 2012 when Abraham volunteered as a photographer and videographer for Tulsi’s congressional campaign in Hawaii.

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Tulsi Gabbard resigned from President Donald Trump’s Cabinet after revealing that her husband, Abraham Williams, had been diagnosed with a rare form of bone cancer.(Tulsi Gabbard/ Instagram) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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Tulsi Gabbard resigned from President Donald Trump’s Cabinet after revealing that her husband, Abraham Williams, had been diagnosed with a rare form of bone cancer.(Tulsi Gabbard/ Instagram)

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In her resignation letter, Tulsi said Abraham would face “major challenges in the coming weeks and months,” leading her to step away from public service to support him through treatment.(Tulsi Gabbard/ Instagram) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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In her resignation letter, Tulsi said Abraham would face “major challenges in the coming weeks and months,” leading her to step away from public service to support him through treatment.(Tulsi Gabbard/ Instagram)

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Calling Abraham her “rock,” Tulsi said he had stood by her side through military deployments, political campaigns and her tenure leading the intelligence community.(Tulsi Gabbard/ Instagram) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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Calling Abraham her “rock,” Tulsi said he had stood by her side through military deployments, political campaigns and her tenure leading the intelligence community.(Tulsi Gabbard/ Instagram)

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The couple first met around 2012 when Abraham volunteered as a photographer and videographer for Tulsi’s congressional campaign in Hawaii.(Tulsi Gabbard/ Instagram) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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The couple first met around 2012 when Abraham volunteered as a photographer and videographer for Tulsi’s congressional campaign in Hawaii.(Tulsi Gabbard/ Instagram)

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What began as campaign collaboration slowly turned into a close personal bond, with Tulsi later describing their connection as “immediate and natural.” (Tulsi Gabbard/ Instagram) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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What began as campaign collaboration slowly turned into a close personal bond, with Tulsi later describing their connection as “immediate and natural.” (Tulsi Gabbard/ Instagram)

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According to Tulsi, romance did not spark instantly, and it was only about a year after she took office that Abraham finally asked her out. (Tulsi Gabbard/ Instagram) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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According to Tulsi, romance did not spark instantly, and it was only about a year after she took office that Abraham finally asked her out. (Tulsi Gabbard/ Instagram)

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Long before marriage, the two reportedly bonded over Hawaii’s easygoing lifestyle and a shared love for surfing. (Tulsi Gabbard/ Instagram) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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Long before marriage, the two reportedly bonded over Hawaii’s easygoing lifestyle and a shared love for surfing. (Tulsi Gabbard/ Instagram)

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Tulsi has often referred to Abraham as her “surf buddy."(Tulsi Gabbard/ Instagram) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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Tulsi has often referred to Abraham as her “surf buddy."(Tulsi Gabbard/ Instagram)

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Outside politics, Abraham built a career as a Hawaii-based cinematographer, photographer, Steadicam operator and video producer. (Tulsi Gabbard/ Instagram) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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Outside politics, Abraham built a career as a Hawaii-based cinematographer, photographer, Steadicam operator and video producer. (Tulsi Gabbard/ Instagram)

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His film credits include documentaries, commercials, feature films and short-form projects shot largely in Hawaii. (Tulsi Gabbard/ Instagram) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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His film credits include documentaries, commercials, feature films and short-form projects shot largely in Hawaii. (Tulsi Gabbard/ Instagram)

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Despite Tulsi’s national political profile, Abraham has mostly stayed away from public attention and maintained a relatively private life. (Tulsi Gabbard/ Instagram) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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Despite Tulsi’s national political profile, Abraham has mostly stayed away from public attention and maintained a relatively private life. (Tulsi Gabbard/ Instagram)

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The couple married on April 9, 2015, in Hawaii during a traditional Vedic Hindu ceremony attended by close family and friends. (Tulsi Gabbard/ Instagram) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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The couple married on April 9, 2015, in Hawaii during a traditional Vedic Hindu ceremony attended by close family and friends. (Tulsi Gabbard/ Instagram)

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Tulsi later described the wedding as “deeply spiritual” and said it brought together “all the important elements” of their lives. (Tulsi Gabbard/ Instagram) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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Tulsi later described the wedding as “deeply spiritual” and said it brought together “all the important elements” of their lives. (Tulsi Gabbard/ Instagram)

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She also called it a “Hawaiian-style Hindu wedding,” complete with tropical flowers, palm trees and island-inspired details. (Tulsi Gabbard/ Instagram) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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She also called it a “Hawaiian-style Hindu wedding,” complete with tropical flowers, palm trees and island-inspired details. (Tulsi Gabbard/ Instagram)

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Abraham, who is of Māori and Samoan descent, remained a steady presence beside Tulsi during some of the most demanding phases of her public career. (Tulsi Gabbard/ Instagram) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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Abraham, who is of Māori and Samoan descent, remained a steady presence beside Tulsi during some of the most demanding phases of her public career. (Tulsi Gabbard/ Instagram)

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In her resignation letter, Tulsi wrote that she could not “in good conscience” continue in such a demanding role while Abraham faced a difficult health battle alone. (Tulsi Gabbard/ Instagram) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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In her resignation letter, Tulsi wrote that she could not “in good conscience” continue in such a demanding role while Abraham faced a difficult health battle alone. (Tulsi Gabbard/ Instagram)

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From campaign teammates and surf companions to husband and wife navigating personal hardship together, Tulsi and Abraham’s relationship has drawn public attention following her resignation announcement. (Tulsi Gabbard/ Instagram) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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From campaign teammates and surf companions to husband and wife navigating personal hardship together, Tulsi and Abraham’s relationship has drawn public attention following her resignation announcement. (Tulsi Gabbard/ Instagram)

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    Prakriti Deb

    Prakriti Deb is a journalist at Hindustan Times Digital, where she is part of the US Desk. She works on stories related to American politics, crime, sports, entertainment and weather. She particularly enjoys covering political developments that have global ripples. Through her work, she aims to break down complex events in a way that feels simple and understandable. Before joining the Hindustan Times, she worked with The Indian Express Digital, where she covered world affairs. She holds a postgraduate degree in Mass Communication with a specialisation in Journalism, along with a bachelor’s degree in English Literature. Outside the newsroom, Prakriti enjoys travelling and stepping out of her comfort zone. She finds her sense of being through storytelling in all its forms, including conversations, painting, theatre, dance and photography. She appreciates discussions that challenge her perspective and help her see the world a little differently.

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