Golf legend Tiger Woods took to social media on Sunday to confirm his relationship with Vanessa Trump. In an Instagram and X (formerly Twitter) post, he shared a picture of them together with the heartfelt caption:
"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."
This public acknowledgment marks a rare move for Woods, who is known for keeping his personal life private.
Vanessa Trump’s Background and Connection to Woods
Vanessa Trump was previously married to Donald Trump Jr. from 2005 to 2018, and the former couple shares five children. Interestingly, one of their children, Kai Trump, attends the same school as Woods’ children, Sam and Charlie.
Kai, a talented golfer, is set to play for the University of Miami in 2026. Recently, he even competed in a golf tournament against Charlie Woods, further linking the two families.
A Strategy Similar to the Past
Woods’ decision to confirm his relationship on social media mirrors his approach in 2013 when he announced his romance with Olympic skier Lindsey Vonn. At the time, Woods stated he wanted to limit paparazzi intrusion and control the narrative. His relationship with Vonn lasted until 2015.
Ties to the Trump Family
Woods has shared a cordial relationship with former President Donald Trump, often playing golf together. Trump even awarded him the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2019 for his contributions to sports. Their most recent golf outing took place in February at Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach, Florida.
Woods’ Recent Surgery and Career Setback
Apart from his personal life making headlines, Woods also recently underwent surgery for a ruptured Achilles tendon. This injury has ruled him out of this year’s Masters tournament and likely the rest of the season.
Meanwhile, there are reports that Barack and Michelle Obama’s production company is in discussions to produce a biopic on Woods’ life and career. If confirmed, it would add another milestone to his already remarkable journey.
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
Celebrity Reactions to the Announcement
Following Woods’ post, rapper Snoop Dogg left a cryptic comment: "Check ya d m." While it remains unclear what he intended to discuss with Woods, his comment has stirred curiosity among fans.