Golf icon Tiger Woods has publicly confirmed his relationship with Vanessa Trump, the former daughter-in-law of Donald Trump, through posts on Instagram and X. The 49-year-old Woods described their bond in a heartfelt message, stating, “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 families during this time.
The announcement comes after months of speculation about their relationship, which has been fueled by their appearances at various golf events. Notably, their children have participated in the same junior competitions, reinforcing their connection. Vanessa Trump, who was previously married to Donald Trump Jr. from 2005 until their divorce in 2018, shares five children with him. Their eldest daughter, Kai Trump, is 17 and attends the same school in Florida as Woods’ two children, Sam and Charlie.
Reactions to Woods’ announcement have varied, with Ivanka Trump expressing her happiness for the couple and rapper Snoop Dogg chiming in with a lighthearted comment. Woods, a five-time Masters champion, has had a complex personal history, including a previous marriage to Elin Nordegren and a public apology following a well-documented scandal.
Woods received the Presidential Medal of Freedom from Donald Trump in 2019, with the former president praising him as a symbol of American excellence. Recently, Woods returned to the White House for a tribute event during Black History Month, highlighting his ongoing connection to significant moments in American culture and politics.