Vanessa Trump received support from the Trump family and many friends after announcing her breast cancer diagnosis.
On May 20, 2026, Vanessa married her ex-husband Donald Trump Jr. from 2005 to 2018 – confirmed that she was undergoing treatment for cancer. (Donald Jr. and Vanessa have daughters together Kai Madison19, and Chloe Sophia, 11, as well as sons Donald III, 17, Tristan Milos, 14 and Spencer Frederick, 13.)
“I was recently diagnosed with breast cancer. While this is not news anyone expects, I am working closely with my medical team on a treatment plan,” Trump wrote via Instagram at the time. “I would like to thank my doctors for performing a procedure on me earlier this week. I remain focused and hopeful, surrounded by the love and support of my family, my children and those closest to me.”
Vanessa thanked the public for their “kindness and support” while asking that her privacy be respected as she seeks treatment.
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“I ask for privacy as I focus on my health and recovery,” she concluded her note.
Various friends and family members sent their congratulations to Vanessa on social media, although her boyfriend, Tiger Woodshas not yet made any public comment.
Vanessa and Woods have been dating since the end of 2024. She recently stood by Woods after he was arrested in March 2026 for drunk driving, criminal damage and refusing to submit a lawful (urine) test after he was involved in a car accident in Florida.
(The athlete confirmed in a statement dated March 31, 2026 that he was “stepping away for a period of time to receive treatment and focus on my health.” Woods reportedly entered a treatment facility in Switzerland on April 3, but was later spotted at home in Palm Beach, Florida on May 13, 2026.)
Vanessa Trump
Katy Winn/Getty Images for IMGKeep scrolling to see how Vanessa’s friends and family reacted to her diagnosis.
Ivanka Trump
Vanessa’s former sister-in-law Ivanka Trump sent support on behalf of her family. (Ivanka and her husband, Jared KushnerThey share three children: daughter Arabella Rose, 14, and sons Joseph Frederick, 12, and Theodore James, 10.)
“I pray for your continued strength and a speedy recovery. I love you mom,” Ivanka wrote via Instagram on May 20.
If Trump
Vanessa’s eldest daughter Kai Trump sent her mother “love” and added: “Strongest person ever.”
Dan Bongino
Former FBI deputy director and Fox News personality Dan Bongino wrote to Vanessa: “God bless you in this fight.”
Gina Gentry Loudon
Trump 2020 campaign official Gina Gentry Loudon said “big prayers” for Vanessa after her breast cancer diagnosis.
“If anyone can top that, you are one of the most positive and strong women I know! And surrounded by love! Call for anything,” she offered via Instagram.
Paris Hilinski
The pro golfer responded to Vanessa’s health announcement with three “red heart” emojis.
Jayme Lee Franklin
Conservative influencer Jayme Lee Franklin responded directly to Vanessa’s Instagram announcement, writing, “I’m praying for you Vanessa.”
