Vanessa Trump, 48, reveals breast cancer diagnosis: ‘This isn’t news anyone expects’

NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK: Vanessa Trump, the former wife of Donald Trump Jr, revealed she has been diagnosed with breast cancer in an emotional social media post shared on Wednesday, May 20.

The 48-year-old described the announcement as a “personal health update” and said she is currently working with doctors on a treatment plan following a recent medical procedure. The disclosure quickly drew attention online, with supporters and public figures offering messages of support.

Vanessa, who shares five children with Don Jr, asked for privacy while focusing on her recovery.

Vanessa Trump reveals breast cancer diagnosis

“I’ve recently been diagnosed with breast cancer,” Vanessa Trump wrote in an Instagram statement. “While this isn’t news anyone expects, I’m working closely with my medical team on a treatment plan.”

She also thanked her doctors for performing a procedure earlier in the week. “I would like to thank my doctors for performing a procedure earlier this week on me,” she added.

Vanessa said she remains optimistic as she continues treatment.

“I’m staying focused and hopeful while surrounded by the love and support of my family, my kids, and those closest to me,” she wrote. “Thank you for your kindness and support. It truly means more than I can express.”

The former model also requested privacy “as I focus on my health and recovery.”

Trump family rallies around Vanessa amid diagnosis

Vanessa Trump was married to Donald Trump Jr from 2005 until their divorce in 2018. The former couple share five children: Kai, Donald III, Tristan, Spencer, and Chloe.

She was recently photographed attending her daughter Kai Trump’s prep school graduation in Florida alongside members of the Trump family.

In March 2025, Vanessa publicly confirmed she was in a relationship with golf legend Tiger Woods. The couple reportedly own homes in Jupiter, Florida.

Woods recently returned to the United States after spending six weeks at a rehabilitation facility in Switzerland following a March 27 car crash and DUI arrest.

The announcement prompted an outpouring of support across social media, with many followers praising Vanessa for publicly sharing her diagnosis. She has largely kept a low public profile in recent years despite continued public interest surrounding the Trump family and her relationship with Woods.

Her statement did not include additional details about the stage of cancer or specifics regarding her treatment plan.