Vanessa Trump revealed Wednesday that she has been diagnosed with breast cancer and recently underwent a medical procedure as she begins treatment and recovery. The 48-year-old shared the emotional announcement in a post on Instagram, describing it as a “personal health update.”
“I’ve recently been diagnosed with breast cancer,” Vanessa wrote. “While this isn’t news anyone expects, I’m working closely with my medical team on a treatment plan.” She also disclosed that doctors performed “a procedure earlier this week,” though she did not provide additional details about the stage of the cancer or specifics of her treatment plan.
Vanessa said she is remaining optimistic as she navigates treatment with the support of her family and children. “I am staying focused and hopeful while surrounded by the love and support of my family, my kids, and those closest to me,” she wrote.
She thanked her family and supporters while asking for privacy during her recovery. Ivanka Trump responded publicly, writing: “Praying for your continued strength and a swift recovery. Love you mama.” The post was also liked by Tiffany Trump as messages of support poured in across social media.
Vanessa shares five children with Donald Trump Jr. The pair divorced in 2018 after more than a decade of marriage.
In recent years, Vanessa has largely stayed out of the political spotlight compared to other members of the extended Trump family, though she returned to headlines after publicly appearing alongside golf legend Tiger Woods. Reports of the relationship circulated for months before the two confirmed it publicly in March, 2025.
Vanessa concluded her statement by thanking supporters while asking for privacy as she focuses on recovery. “Thank you for your kindness and support it truly means more than I can express,” she wrote. “I kindly ask for privacy as I focus on my health and recovery.”
