NEW YORK — Vanessa Trump has recently become a trending topic following golf icon Tiger Woods’ public confirmation of their romantic relationship.
On March 23, 2025, Woods shared photos of the couple on social media, captioned, “Love is in the air and life is better with you by my side! We look forward to our journey through life together.” He also requested privacy for their loved ones during this time.
Love is in the air and life is better with you by my side! We look forward to our journey through life together. At this time we would appreciate privacy for all those close to our hearts. pic.twitter.com/ETONf1pUmI
— Tiger Woods (@TigerWoods) March 23, 2025
This announcement follows weeks of speculation, as the pair had been spotted together at various events, including the Genesis Invitational at Torrey Pines in San Diego. Their connection is believed to have deepened through their children’s shared interests; Vanessa’s daughter, Kai Trump, and Tiger’s son, Charlie Woods, both attend The Benjamin School and participate in junior golf tournaments together.
Vanessa Trump’s Background
Born Vanessa Kay Pergolizzi on December 18, 1977, in New York City, she was raised on Manhattan’s Upper East Side. She attended The Dwight School and later pursued higher education at Marymount Manhattan College. Her mother, Bonnie Kay Haydon, ran Kay Models, which influenced Vanessa’s early modeling career. Her maternal grandfather, Kai Ewans, was a well-known Danish jazz musician, adding to her diverse background.
During the 1990s, Vanessa signed with Wilhelmina Models, appearing in various fashion campaigns. She later expanded into entrepreneurship, co-founding the nightclub Sessa in 2003 and launching her own handbag line, La Poshett, between 2010 and 2013.
Marriage to Donald Trump Jr. and Family Life
Vanessa married Donald Trump Jr. on November 12, 2005, at Mar-a-Lago, the Trump family’s Florida estate. The couple had five children: Kai, Donald III, Tristan, Spencer, and Chloe.
However, after 12 years of marriage, Vanessa filed for an uncontested divorce in March 2018, which was finalized by the end of the year.
Public Reactions to the Relationship
The couple’s relationship has drawn reactions from media outlets and public figures. Ivanka Trump, Vanessa’s former sister-in-law, expressed her support by commenting, “So happy for you both!” on Woods’ social media post.
Meanwhile, Woods and Trump have requested privacy as they navigate their new relationship, asking the public and media to respect their personal space.
