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Golfer Tiger Woods and Vanessa Trump, the former daughter-in-law of former U.S. President Donald Trump, have officially confirmed their relationship through an Instagram post. Woods shared a photo of the couple with the caption, "Love is in the air and life is better with you by my side."
Who Is Vanessa Trump?
Vanessa Trump is a former model and actress, known for her previous marriage to Donald Trump Jr. The couple married in 2005 and separated in 2018, sharing five children together. Since the divorce, Vanessa kept a low profile and focused on her personal life and family.
Her career started in modeling with Wilhelmina Models. She appeared in the 2003 film Something’s Gotta Give, co-opened a nightclub called Sessa, and featured in television shows such as The Apprentice (2011) and Bret Michaels: Life as I Know It (2010). Between 2010 and 2013, she launched a handbag line called La Poshett.
Relationship Timeline with Tiger Woods
Rumors of Vanessa and Tiger’s relationship began in November 2024. Sources said their connection started shortly before Thanksgiving, with Vanessa visiting Woods' home on Jupiter Island, Florida. They kept their relationship private until Woods' public confirmation on March 24.
In his Instagram caption, Woods added, "We look forward to our journey through life together," and requested privacy for their families.
How Their Relationship Developed
Initially, Woods and Vanessa maintained a friendly relationship, bonding over shared parenting responsibilities and similar interests. Their connection strengthened over time, especially through Vanessa’s daughter, Kai Madison, an aspiring golfer set to play at the University of Miami in 2026. She attends school with Woods' children, Sam and Charlie.
Their friendship evolved into a romantic relationship, despite Woods’ initial hesitation due to his ties with former President Donald Trump. However, their personal connection grew stronger, leading to their current relationship status.
Vanessa's Divorce and Donald Trump Jr.'s Support
Vanessa filed for divorce from Donald Trump Jr. in March 2018, and the process was finalized within a year. While the reason for their separation was never made public, both agreed on custody terms.
Trump Jr. later dated Kimberly Guilfoyle, with whom he got engaged in 2022. They reportedly separated in 2024. He has been linked with socialite Bettina Anderson since then. Sources say Trump Jr. is supportive of Vanessa’s new relationship and has moved on.
Ivanka Trump, Vanessa’s former sister-in-law, commented on Woods’ Instagram post: "So happy for you both."
Tiger Woods’ Previous Relationships
Woods’ dating history has included several high-profile figures. He was married to Elin Nordegren before their divorce in 2010. He later dated skier Lindsey Vonn and had a long-term relationship with Erica Herman, which ended in a public breakup.
With Woods and Vanessa now acknowledging their relationship publicly, their story has become a trending topic in celebrity news.
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