Tiger Woods is back in the headlines, and this time it’s not about his swing or another comeback from injury. The golf legend just confirmed his relationship with none other than Vanessa Trump – yes, the ex-wife of Donald Trump Jr. – and if you’re shocked, you’re not alone. But hold up, it gets better: Donald Trump himself is totally cool with it.
Woods dropped the confirmation bomb on Instagram with a surprisingly romantic caption that read, “Love is in the air and life is better with you by my side.” The post featured two cozy photos of him and Vanessa, looking completely at ease and totally coupled up. Vanessa posted similar photos to her own Instagram, sealing the deal with what looked like a coordinated reveal. This wasn’t a leak, this was a planned drop.
So how did this even happen? Apparently, they’ve been dating quietly since November 2024, with friends in common and kids who attend the same elite private school in Florida. Yep, Charlie Woods and Kai Trump are not just classmates, they’re also junior golf competitors. Suddenly, school pickup lines and junior tournaments sound a lot more interesting.
And in case you were wondering whether this might stir some Trump family drama, the answer is no, at least not publicly. Donald Trump gave the couple his blessing in a very on-brand way, saying: “Tiger actually called me a few months ago. I love Tiger, and I love Vanessa. Let them both be happy.” Not your typical ex-in-law reaction, but then again, nothing about the Trump family is ever typical.
Ivanka Trump also chimed in with a rare public show of support, commenting “So happy for you both” on Tiger’s post, complete with heart emojis. So, at least for now, the Trump camp seems united on this one.
Now, let’s talk history. Vanessa Trump was married to Donald Trump Jr. for 13 years and shares five kids with him. She kept a low profile post-divorce, but her past includes a modeling career and tabloid-linked flings with Leonardo DiCaprio and even a Saudi prince.
Tiger’s romantic past is, well, a little messier. His marriage to Elin Nordegren imploded in 2010 after that now-infamous cheating scandal that saw him linked to dozens of women. Since then, he’s kept things mostly quiet, until now.
The pair live near each other in Palm Beach and have reportedly bonded over parenting and a mutual love for golf. They’re also in a similar stage of life, both high-profile public figures navigating post-divorce parenthood and media attention.
And if you’re wondering whether this is serious, all signs point to yes. Not only have they gone public, but sources say they’ve been spending a lot of time together – family events, low-key vacations, and dinners at home. Plus, having Donald Trump already in your corner? That’s a pretty huge green light.
Fans are split. Some are cheering the couple on, calling it a fresh start for both of them. Others are side-eyeing the Trump connection and Tiger’s controversial dating history. One X (formerly Twitter) user summed it up perfectly: “Tiger Woods dating Trump’s ex-daughter-in-law is the 2025 plot twist I didn’t see coming.”
But like him or not, Tiger’s always been full of surprises. Whether it’s a comeback win at the Masters or a headline-grabbing relationship reveal, he plays by his own rules, and apparently, that includes his love life too.
Where this all goes is anyone’s guess. But for now, Tiger Woods and Vanessa Trump are very much a thing. Publicly. With the full Trump endorsement. And let’s be honest, in 2025, that’s probably the wildest celebrity soft launch we could’ve asked for.
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