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AI Overview
This image captures a moment during a press conference held by Minnesota Governor Tim Walz in May 2020, featuring American Sign Language interpreter Nic Zapko.
The press conference was related to the COVID-19 pandemic response in Minnesota.
Zapko gained significant attention on social media for her highly expressive and dynamic interpretations.
Her expressive style was widely praised for effectively conveying the seriousness and urgency of the information being presented to the deaf and hard-of-hearing community.
Governor Walz is visible standing at the podium to the right.
AI Overview
's wife is Lisa Zapko, and they were married in a notable ceremony in 2013 after Minnesota legalized same-sex marriage, with their daughters Josephine and Natalie present, celebrating their commitment after years together.
Key Details:
Spouse: Lisa Zapko.
Marriage: They legally married in 2013, a significant event for them as they had been together since the 1990s and held a spiritual ceremony in 2001.
Significance:
Their wedding was part of the early celebrations for marriage equality in Minnesota, a moment of great joy for the LGBTQ+ community, as noted by former Mayor R.T. Rybak who officiated
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