Summary
Rama Duwaji is an artist and animator married to Zohran Mamdani, who recently won the Democratic primary, making him a key candidate for mayor of New York City. Duwaji, who has Syrian roots, gained attention during the campaign despite staying mostly out of the public eye.
Key Facts
- Rama Duwaji is a 27-year-old artist and animator with Syrian heritage.
- She is married to Zohran Mamdani, who recently won the Democratic primary for the New York City mayoral race.
- Duwaji's art often explores Middle Eastern themes and has been featured in major media outlets and museums.
- The couple met on a dating app and had a traditional Islamic wedding ceremony in Dubai.
- Duwaji studied at Virginia Commonwealth University and the School of Visual Arts in New York City.
- During Mamdani's campaign, some criticized him for not featuring his wife more prominently.
- Some of Duwaji’s artworks address topics like American foreign policy and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
