Donald Trump’s 10 grandchildren, his eldest, Kai Madison Trump, have made the most headlines. Donald Jr. and ex-wife Vanessa Trump’s first child, Kai (who turns 17 in May 2024), has got people talking for a whole host of reasons. Whether it’s her resemblance to her aunt Ivanka, her astonishing height transformation (she’s 5’9″) or her ridiculously lavish life, Kai can’t seem to stay out of the headlines.
His incredible sportsmanship also sparked a lot of interest, as did his special bond with his grandfather. After Trump’s 2024 reelection, Kai lovingly tweeted, “No one works harder or cares more about the American people.” » She also owes much of her newfound fame to her grandfather, as she exploded onto the public stage following her speech at the 2024 Republican National Convention. The appearance garnered a lot of love from fans. MAGA supporters and made her an influencer worth crushing. When asked what he thought about all the attention Kai was getting from the boys, Don Jr. joked on Fox News (via the New York Post): “Go away, you little bastards, and stay at the gap! » Like it or not, his little daughter has grown up. Here’s your look at Kai Trump’s transformation.
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Don Jr. and Vanessa Trump named their first daughter after a Danish relative
Donald Jr. and Vanessa Trump first met at a fashion show in 2003 in New York. As Vanessa would later tell the New York Times, it was actually Donald Trump who approached her and introduced himself, then his son. A few weeks later, she ran into Don Jr. again (alone this time) at a birthday party, and they quickly started dating. Wasting no time, the couple got engaged the following year and married at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate in 2005.
In May 2007, the couple became parents for the first time and welcomed daughter Kai Madison Trump. Their little girl actually took them by surprise, arriving three weeks early, but they were prepared. Indeed, even though they didn’t know the sex of the baby in advance, they had chosen their name and were ready to go. As Don Jr. told People, Kai’s nickname was a tribute to Vanessa’s grandfather, Kai Peter Anthon Nielsen. “He’s Danish,” Don Jr. explained. “He’s a Danish (jazz) musician and we wanted to keep him as our last name.” As for Kai’s middle name, it was a little less sentimental. “Madison is just a name we loved,” the new dad told the New York Post.
Kai Trump is the eldest of five children
After the birth of Kai Trump in 2007, Donald Jr. and Vanessa Trump continued to expand their family, making Kai a big sister four times over by welcoming Donald John Trump III in 2009, Tristan Milos in 2011, Spencer Frederick in 2012, and Chloe Sophia in 2007. 2014.
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Speaking to Us Weekly in 2012, just before Spencer’s arrival, Don Jr. revealed how his older children fully embraced their duties. “Kai and Donnie are so excited,” he shared. “They are so involved with Tristan and love helping me feed and change him, so they can’t wait to have another baby around!” However, Kai’s closest bond might just be with his little sister. In June 2024, Vanessa posted a cute video of the girls playing golf together and declared, “My two golf superstars.”
Sadly, Don Jr. and Vanessa called it quits in 2018 after 12 years of marriage. Kai was only 10 years old at the time, but both of his parents worked hard to avoid any drama and co-parent amicably. As Vanessa proclaims in her X bio: “My children are my life! »Similarly, Don Jr.’s relationship with Kai and all of his siblings is just as strong. Indeed, Don Jr. and Vanessa’s behavior at the RNC in 2024 confirmed that Vanessa’s support for the Trumps has never wavered and that the exes remain focused on what matters most: their children.
She moved to Florida for high school and golf
It’s an understatement to say that Donald Trump’s eldest granddaughter is obsessed with golf. Even his Instagram account is @KaiTrumpGolfer. While Kai Trump grew up in New Jersey, she moved to Florida when she was 13 and enrolled at the Benjamin School in North Palm Beach. The private school, whose tuition for the 2024-2025 school year was $37,200, is home to an excellent golf program and a number of legendary golfers have chosen it for their children. Some notable students include Greg Norman Jr. and Tiger Woods’ son, Charlie.
According to NCSA Sports, Kai began playing around the age of four, and as she enthusiastically expressed in her bio, “golf has always been a big part of my life and is my greatest passion.” Not surprisingly, she excelled on the Benjamin School’s varsity team and even served as team captain. As head coach Janet Coles told USA Today in 2024, Kai’s commitment to the game is unwavering. Even the political whirlwind surrounding his grandfather’s re-election bid couldn’t keep him away. “(I have) immense admiration for the way she was able to handle the interference,” Coles said. “I stayed positive, she came to every practice, she definitely contributed and continues to do so with all these other things going on.” Indeed, she and the team won the 2024 Class 1A girls district championship in October.
Has Kai become the best golfer in the Trump family?
Donald Trump is a fixture on the golf course, but his eldest grandson has certainly given him a run for his money. Indeed, Kai Trump’s performance on the green is impressive. According to MailOnline, 16-year-old Kai’s longest ride was 275 meters. To put that into perspective, only 14 professional LPGA players have exceeded this distance in 2023. So it’s not really surprising that she’s already sponsored by Callaway Next and has numerous trophies under her belt.
In 2022, for example, Kai won the women’s club championship at Trump International Golf Club in Palm Beach, and then again in 2024. “I shot tied both days and won both matches,” s she enthused on Instagram. “I’m very proud of my game and the direction it’s going.” Dad Don Jr. was just as thrilled and also congratulated his 17-year-old daughter on Instagram, gushing, “She works so hard in her game and in school and is an absolute rock star.”
He wasn’t kidding, as Kai has posted videos of herself hitting the stand in the evenings, before school, and any other time she can. However, his involvement in the sport is nothing new. In 2017, when Kai was just 10 years old, Town & Country asked Don Jr. who the best golfer in the family was, and he wasted no time in proclaiming, “That’s my girl.” .
She plans to play golf professionally in college
When it came time for Kai Trump to decide where she wanted to go to college, her choice was (unsurprisingly) based on the golf opportunities her future school would offer her. In August 2024, Kai announced on Instagram that she had made a verbal commitment to attend the University of Miami in 2025, where she would join the Miami Hurricanes women’s golf team. In addition to winning the national championship five times, the Hurricanes have spawned some impressive professional golfers, including LPGA alumna Penny Hammel and current LPGA player Nataliya Guseva.
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In making the announcement, Kai made sure to thank her family, friends, and coaches for their support, but she also took the time to acknowledge one supporter in particular: Donald Trump. “I would like to thank my grandfather for giving me access to great lessons and tremendous support,” she told her followers, adding, “I’m super excited to be a cane and representing the University of Miami.”
Kai Trump made his political debut at age 17
In July 2024, Kai Trump went viral when she made her political debut at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The 17-year-old was introduced on stage by proud dad Don Jr., who told the crowd that it was actually his daughter’s idea to speak at the event. Although it was her first time giving a speech, Kai received loud applause as she brought out Grandpa Donald’s softer side. “He gives us candy and soda when our parents aren’t looking,” she began. “He always wants to know how we are doing in school.” The teen went on to explain that her grandfather always took the time to check on her and always pushed her to be the best version of herself possible. She also praised him for not backing down in the face of haters.
And because they both love golf so much, Kai also had to share some stories about their time on the green. In addition to revealing that Trump regularly calls to ask about his game and tell him about his, she also talked about playing with her grandfather. “If I’m not on his team, he’ll try to get inside my head,” Kai revealed, noting that she doesn’t let him faze her. “I have to remind him that I’m a Trump too,” she joked.
She went viral supporting her grandfather
Kai Trump’s debut at the Republican National Convention became an overnight sensation. Shortly after, 17-year-old Kai’s online presence skyrocketed when she debuted on TikTok with a clip of her speech, which garnered more than 4 million views. Since then, his followers have reached a staggering 1.3 million as of November 2024, as fans continue to tune in to get a glimpse into Kai’s daily life. The teen has documented every aspect of her reality, from sharing her morning routine to constant updates on her golf game and even participating in various TikTok trends, like GRWM videos. However, some of his most popular content includes his grandfather. One particular clip of her playing golf with Donald Trump has been viewed more than 19 million times, while another has been viewed just over 20 million times.
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The two clearly share a special bond, even though Kai sometimes makes fun of his grandfather. In November 2024, the teen went viral again, this time for reenacting Trump’s infamous “YMCA” dances. “I learned these moves from the best,” she captioned the clip on TikTok, which has garnered over 5 million views and many supportive comments, like “You are such a cutie pie Kai!! “