A Rare Glimpse into Woods’ Personal Life
In a rare glimpse into his personal life, golf legend Tiger Woods has confirmed he is in a relationship with Vanessa Trump, the former daughter-in-law of Donald Trump. Woods shared the news on social media this past Sunday, marking a significant public acknowledgment from the typically private athlete.
Love is in the air and life is better with you by my side! We look forward to our journey through life together. At this time we would appreciate privacy for all those close to our hearts. pic.twitter.com/ETONf1pUmI
— Tiger Woods (@TigerWoods) March 23, 2025
“Love is in the air and life is better with you by my side! We look forward to our journey through life together,” Woods posted on X to his 6.4 million followers, requesting privacy for those closest to them.
Vanessa Trump and Family Ties
Vanessa Trump was previously married to Donald Trump Jr. from 2005 until their divorce in 2018. The former couple has five children, including 17-year-old Kai, who is set to play golf at the University of Miami in 2026. Interestingly, Kai attends the same school as Woods’ children, Sam and Charlie, and recently competed alongside Charlie at an invitational tournament, sparking initial speculation about the new couple.
Timing and Public Disclosure
Rumors about Woods and Vanessa’s relationship had swirled in gossip circles for weeks. The confirmation comes shortly after Woods revealed he ruptured his Achilles tendon, ruling him out of the upcoming Masters tournament. Some have speculated that Woods chose to share the relationship news now to get ahead of tabloid frenzy, similar to his 2013 announcement with then-girlfriend Lindsey Vonn. At the time, Woods expressed concerns about “stalkarazzi” creating potentially dangerous situations for his children.
Connections to the Trump Family
Woods’ personal life has often made headlines. His high-profile marriage to Elin Nordegren ended in 2010 after revelations of multiple extramarital affairs. Since then, Woods has maintained a tight grip on his privacy, with only one other public relationship — with Erica Herman — lasting seven years until its rocky end in 2022.
The connection between Woods and the Trump family isn’t new. Woods has golfed with former President Donald Trump on several occasions and was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by Trump in 2019. More recently, in February, Woods attended a White House meeting with Trump to discuss the fractured state of professional golf amid the rise of the Saudi-backed LIV tour.
As Woods navigates recovery from his injury and a fresh chapter in his personal life, fans are eager to see what lies ahead — both on and off the green.
