Golfer Tiger Woods and former daughter in-law of US President Donald Trump Vanessa Trump have confirmed their relationship on Instagram post. In an Instagram post shared Woods posted their photo with the caption, "Love is in the air and life is better with you by my side."
The confirmation of their relationship has generated significant attention, particularly due to Vanessa's previous ties to the Trump family and Woods' dating history.
Who is Vanessa Trump?
Vanessa Trump is a former model and actress, ex-wife of Donald John Trump Jr. Vanessa and John Trump got married in 2005 and parted ways in 2018. The couple had five children. Vanesa had kept a low profile since the separation, focusing on her family and personal endeavors.
Vanessa Trump has had a diverse career, starting as a model after signing with Wilhelmina Models. In 2003, she made a brief appearance as an actress in a scene from the film Something's Gotta Give. Later that year, she and her sister, Veronika, opened a nightclub called Sessa.
Vanessa also explored television, appearing in a 2011 episode of The Apprentice, which was hosted by her father-in-law, Donald Trump. Additionally, she made an appearance in the 2010 reality series Bret Michaels: Life as I Know It.
From 2010 to 2013, she launched her own line of handbags, La Poshett, showcasing her entrepreneurial spirit.
Vanessa and Tiger Woods relationship
Tiger Woods and Vanessa Trump are rumored to be dating since November 2024. According to sources, their relationship began shortly before Thanksgiving, with Vanessa frequently visiting Woods' residence on Jupiter Island, Florida. The pair reportedly kept their romance private, avoiding public appearances together.
On March 24, Woods officially confirmed their relationship with an Instagram post. "We look forward to our journey through life together" he captioned. He also requested privacy for their loved ones.
How Vanessa's and Woods relationship evolved?
Woods and Vanessa Trump initially maintained a friendly relationship, bonding over shared parenting experiences and common interests.
Their connection grew stronger over time, especially as Vanessa's daughter, Kai Madison, who is a talented golfer, became more involved in the sport. Kai is set to play at the University of Miami in 2026 and attends the same school as Tiger Woods' children, Sam and Charlie.
Although their friendship deepened, it eventually blossomed into romance. Reports suggest that Woods was initially hesitant due to his longstanding friendship with President Donald Trump. However, their chemistry ultimately overcame any reservations, leading to their current relationship.
Woods has also played golf with Donald Trump on several occasions, and in 2019, the U.S. President awarded him the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
Vanessa and Trump Jr. separation
Vanessa filed for the divorce in March 2018 and the agreement was finalized in less than a year later. The two agreed on the custody of their two kids but the reason for their separation was never disclosed to the public.
Shortly after they got separated, Don Jr. started dating Republican firebrand and former Fox News personality Kimberly Guilfoyle they got engaged in 2022 but later got separated in 2024 reports People.
Now, he is linked with socialite Bettina Anderson since 2024.
Donald Trump Jr. seems to be supportive of her new relationship. A source told People magazine that Don Jr. is happy for her and has moved on since their divorce.
Ivanka Trump, the second child of Donald Trump and former sister-in-law of Vanessa, commented on the big relationship reveal. In Woods post, she commented, "So happy for you both."
Tiger Woods' high-profile dating history
Before his relationship with Vanessa Trump, Tiger Woods had several high-profile romances. He was married to Elin Nordegren until their highly publicized divorce in 2010. After that, he dated Olympic skier Lindsey Vonn and later had a long-term relationship with Erica Herman, which ended in a widely covered breakup.
Now, with Woods and Vanessa openly acknowledging their relationship, all eyes are on this unexpected yet fascinating pairing.
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