19 and In Love

Karlie Kloss is opening up about the private strength behind her public success — her marriage to entrepreneur Joshua Kushner. Married since 2018 and now expecting their third child, Kloss reflects on how their bond evolved from youthful romance to a resilient partnership shaped by shared growth and mutual support.

The 32-year-old model and tech philanthropist recently joined Emma Grede on the Aspire podcast, where she spoke candidly about how Kushner has helped anchor her both as a woman and as a mother. From whirlwind modeling tours at 15 to running her nonprofit Kode With Klossy, Kloss recalled meeting Kushner shortly after moving to New York City at 19 — an age she now realizes was both impressionable and formative.

“Josh, my husband, we’ve been together since I was 19. We’ve grown up together. He’s always been my biggest champion,” Kloss told Grede.

Their relationship, she says, has been a journey of evolution. She credits Kushner with helping her maintain a sense of identity during the transition to motherhood — a phase where many women, especially those in the public eye, feel unseen.

Kloss spoke with a mix of nostalgia and self-awareness, reflecting on how their early connection set the tone for a marriage rooted in empathy. “We started dating so young,” she noted, recalling how both were still carving out their careers. “I never could have imagined I’d meet the love of my life at 19.”

Their shared journey now enters a new chapter, as Kloss and Kushner await the arrival of their third child. The model recently confirmed the news on Instagram, posting a serene black-and-white maternity photo that captures her joy — and her ever-growing family.