Tiger Woods Confirms Relationship with Vanessa Trump in Heartfelt Social Media Post

Golf legend Tiger Woods has officially confirmed his relationship with Vanessa Trump, the former daughter-in-law of ex-President Donald Trump, ending weeks of speculation. The 15-time major champion shared a rare personal post on Instagram and X (formerly Twitter) on Sunday, declaring: “Love is in the air and life is better with you by my side!”

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

A Surprise Announcement

The post featured a photo of Woods and Vanessa smiling together, accompanied by a caption that read: “We look forward to our journey through life together. At this time we would appreciate privacy for all those close to our hearts.” The announcement marks a rare public moment for the typically private golfer, who has kept his personal life largely out of the spotlight in recent years.

Vanessa Trump was married to Donald Trump Jr. from 2005 to 2018, and the former couple shares five children. One of their sons, Kai, attends the same school as Woods’ children, Sam and Charlie, and even competed against Charlie in a junior golf tournament last week. Kai is set to play golf at the University of Miami in 2026.

A Familiar Strategy

Woods’ decision to confirm the relationship publicly mirrors his approach in 2013 when he announced his romance with Olympic skier Lindsey Vonn. At the time, he cited a desire to curb invasive media attention, stating he wanted to “limit the ‘stalkerazzi’ and all those sleazy websites that are out there following us.” The couple split in 2015.

Woods’ two children are from his marriage to Elin Nordegren, which ended in 2010 after his high-profile infidelity scandal. Since then, the golf icon has been selective about sharing details of his personal life.

Trump Family Ties

The relationship adds an intriguing layer to Woods’ long-standing connection with the Trump family. Former President Donald Trump has golfed with Woods multiple times, most recently in February at Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach, Florida. In 2019, Trump awarded Woods the Presidential Medal of Freedom, praising his “incredible success & comeback.”

Ivanka Trump, Donald Trump Jr.’s sister, publicly supported the new couple, commenting on Woods’ post: “So happy for you both!” Meanwhile, rapper Snoop Dogg left a cryptic message (“Check ya d m”), leaving fans curious about the nature of his private thoughts.

Woods’ Future On and Off the Course

The relationship news comes during a challenging period for Woods’ golf career. Earlier this month, he revealed he underwent surgery for a ruptured Achilles tendon, sidelining him from the Masters and likely the rest of the 2024 season.

Off the course, Woods’ life continues to captivate audiences. A biopic about his rise to fame, reportedly in development by Barack and Michelle Obama’s production company, could further cement his legacy as one of sports’ most compelling figures.

What’s Next?

As Woods and Vanessa Trump begin their public journey together, fans and media alike will be watching closely. For now, the couple has asked for privacy—but given their high-profile connections, that may be easier said than done.