Ex-wife of Donald Trump Jr, Vanessa Trump, Reveals Breast Cancer Diagnosis
Vanessa Trump, the former model and ex-wife of Donald Trump Jr, has publicly disclosed that she is battling breast cancer.
Taking to Instagram on Wednesday to share the unexpected health update, the 48-year-old confirmed she is already working diligently with medical professionals to navigate her treatment. The announcement also revealed that she underwent a medical procedure earlier this week to address the illness.
In her candid social media post, she requested privacy to allow her to concentrate entirely on her physical health and recovery journey. Despite the daunting diagnosis, she maintained a resilient tone, noting that she remains highly focused and optimistic while drawing strength from her family, her five children and her inner circle. She also took a moment to express profound gratitude for the immense kindness and support she has already received from the public.
A high-profile family dynamic
Born Vanessa Haydon, she first stepped into the public eye through her career as a fashion model in New York before marrying the U.S. president’s eldest son in a lavish 2005 ceremony at the Mar-a-Lago estate. The couple ultimately divorced in 2018 after 12 years of marriage.
Together, they share five children.
Their eldest daughter, 19-year-old Kai Trump, has increasingly become a public figure in her own right. The teenager has cultivated a massive social media following and is a frequent fixture alongside her grandfather at official White House events.
Romance with a sporting legend
In recent years, Vanessa’s personal life has again captured headlines following her romantic involvement with 15-time major golf champion Tiger Woods. The sporting icon officially confirmed their relationship to the public in March of last year. The pairing brings a serendipitous sporting connection to the family, as her daughter Kai is also an avid and highly competitive golfer.
Support from the Trump inner circle
Despite the 2018 divorce, ties with the extended Trump family appear to remain remarkably warm. Following her health disclosure, the president’s eldest daughter Ivanka Trump was quick to offer words of public encouragement.
Commenting directly on the Instagram announcement, Ivanka sent her prayers for Vanessa’s continued strength and a swift recovery, affectionately signing off the message with «Love you mama.»
