Eduardo Tamayo is an American businessman best known as the childhood sweetheart and first husband of politician and military officer Tulsi Gabbard. He largely remains a private figure outside the public realm.
Early Life & Background
Eduardo Tamayo was born around 1981 in Hawaii. He and Tulsi grew up together in Leloaloa, American Samoa. Their families were close, and they surfed and shared youthful adventures together.
He reportedly holds a bachelor’s degree in business management and is the grandson of General Antonio Tamayo, a World War II veteran, with familial roots traced back to the Philippines.
Eduardo Tamayo’s Career
Eduardo is described across sources as a successful businessman, though his ventures are kept private. He prefers to stay out of the spotlight, maintaining a discreet professional profile in Hawaii.
Personal Life & Marriage
Eduardo Tamayo married Tulsi Gabbard at the age of 21 in 2002. The couple tied the knot in a quiet ceremony officiated by a justice of the peace, attended only by close family.
Tulsi later described their relationship as “young love,” emphasizing how much their families meant to each other.
Their marriage ended in divorce in June 2006, shortly after Tulsi returned from an 18-month deployment in Iraq. She would later reflect that their union became another “sad story illustrating the stresses war places on military spouses and families.”
Despite their separation, they remained amicable—Tulsi kept his surname for a time with hope of reconciliation before ultimately reverting to her maiden name.
Where Is He Now?
Eduardo Tamayo continues to live privately in Hawaii, presumably focused on his business pursuits. There are no public records or interviews on his current life, and he avoids media attention entirely.
Net Worth
Estimates vary, but his net worth is believed to be around $1 million, attributed to his business ventures.
