Vanessa Trump’s children with Donald Trump Jr. have grown up fast. Recent photos show what all five kids look like today, from captured family moments on golf courses to their shared outdoor adventures.
Over a span of thirteen years, Vanessa Trump and Donald Trump Jr. welcomed five children, whose lives unfolded in public, offering glimpses into their growth over the years. One of them even appeared at a major political event, delivering a touching speech.
Vanessa Trump during the launch of Rock Candy on April 12, 2005, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images
Now in their tween and teen years, the Trump siblings are appearing more frequently in photos and videos shared by their parents, drawing attention to how they’ve changed. One daughter’s recent public appearance brought new focus to the family, as viewers took notice of the next generation stepping into the spotlight.
Vanessa and Donald Trump Jr. during The 53rd Annual Miss USA Competition afterparty on April 12, 2004, in Hollywood, California. | Source: Getty Images
Vanessa and Donald Jr.: From Mar-a-Lago to Divorce
Vanessa and Donald Jr. were first introduced in 2003 at a fashion show by Donald Trump Sr. Their initial meeting was brief and unremarkable, but they crossed paths again about six weeks later at a birthday party in New York. That second encounter led to a more meaningful connection, and soon after, they began dating.
Donald Jr. and Vanessa Trump during Kim Cattrall’s anniversary celebration of Gotham and LA Confidential Magazines on February 5, 2004, in New York. | Source: Getty Images
They married on November 12, 2005, at Mar-a-Lago, Trump Sr.’s estate in Palm Beach, Florida. The venue had also hosted Trump Sr.’s wedding to Melania earlier that same year. Throughout their marriage, Vanessa and Donald Jr. and their five children appeared together frequently, particularly during Trump Sr.’s growing involvement in national politics.
Donald Jr. and Vanessa Trump at the Partnership For Public Service 2nd Annual Gala on June 28, 2004, in New York. | Source: Getty Images
After more than twelve years together, Vanessa filed for divorce in March 2018 at Manhattan Supreme Court. The case was filed as an uncontested proceeding, which indicated there would be no legal disputes regarding custody or division of assets.
Donald Trump, Jr. and Vanessa Trump appear in Civil Supreme Court on July 26, 2018, in New York City | Source: Getty Images.
In a public statement at the time, the couple expressed mutual respect and emphasized that their five children remained their top priority. Reports suggested that the couple had been leading separate lives well before Donald Sr.’s presidency.
Donald Jr. and Vanessa Trump at the Fisher Center Gala at Jean-Georges V Steakhouse November 22, 2004, in New York. | Source: Getty Images
Sources close to them offered mixed reactions — some noting strain in the marriage, while others were surprised by the split, describing the pair as close and good-humored.
Vanessa and Donald Trump Jr. photographed in New Jersey on November 11, 2004. | Source: Getty Images
Despite ending their marriage, Vanessa and Donald Jr. continued to share family moments, especially involving their children. In the years that followed, it was their eldest daughter, Kai, who first drew national attention through a high-profile public appearance.
Donald Jr. and Vanessa Trump posing with their daughter, Kai Madison, on September 29, 2007, in New York. | Source: Getty Images
Kai Madison Trump: A Public Debut and Family Pride
Born on May 12, 2007, Kai Madison Trump is the eldest child of Vanessa and Donald Jr., and the first grandchild of President Trump. As a child, she was hands-on at home; Vanessa once shared that Kai eagerly helped care for her younger brother Donnie.
Donald Jr. and Vanessa Trump with their son Donald John III and daughter Kai Trump at the “Secret Of Wings” premiere on October 20, 2012, in New York. | Source: Getty Images
She would mimic her mother’s breastfeeding routine and use a burp cloth to copy everything she did. Now 17, Kai is an avid golfer and frequently showcases her skills on social media. In August 2024, reports said she had committed to play for the University of Miami and would join the team in the fall.
Her passion for golf has been supported by both parents and in March 2024, Donald Jr. shared photos from a spring break ski trip, writing, “Daddy daughter ski trip for spring break. Could not be having more fun with @kaitrumpgolfer.”
Kai Madison Trump with her brother and father, as seen in a post dated May 12, 2024 | Source: Instagram/donaldtrumpjr
Kai gained national attention in July 2024 when she delivered a speech at the Republican National Convention. Speaking before a televised audience, she said, “I am the granddaughter of Donald Trump. I’m speaking today to share the side of my grandpa that people don’t often see.”
Kai Madison Trump as seen in a post dated May 12, 2024 | Source: Instagram/donaldtrumpjr
“To me, he’s just a normal grandpa. He gives us candy and soda when our parents aren’t looking. He always wants to know how we’re doing in school. When I made the high honor roll, he printed it out to show his friends how proud he was of me,” she continued.
Kai Madison Trump poses with her dad as seen in a post dated May 12, 2024 | Source: Instagram/donaldtrumpjr
She went on to share personal anecdotes, including how President Trump would call her during school hours to ask about her golf game, forgetting she was in class. She added, “When we play golf together, if I’m not on his team, he’ll try to get inside of my head… but I have to remind him I’m a Trump too.”
Kai Madison Trump is pictured with her dad, Donald Trump Jr., dated May 12, 2024 | Source: Instagram/donaldtrumpjr
Addressing the July 2024 assassination attempt on her grandfather, she said, “On Saturday, I was shocked when I heard that he has been shot and I just wanted to know if he was okay. It was heart
