Vanessa Trump, former wife of Donald Trump Jr., revealed her breast cancer diagnosis Wednesday on Instagram.
The 48-year-old began by writing, “I want to share a personal health update.”
“I’ve recently been diagnosed with breast cancer. While this isn’t news anyone expects, I’m working closely with my medical team on a treatment plan,” she shared. Trump also revealed that she has already undergone a procedure, though she did not disclose what it was or when it took place.
PALM BEACH, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 1: Vanessa Trump, ex-wife of Donald Trump, Jr., and Kai Trump, granddaughter of U.S. President Donald Trump, arrive at Mar-a-Lago on February 1, 2026 in Palm Beach, Florida. The wedding of Dan Scavino, White House deputy chief of staff, and Erin Elmore, the State Department’s Art in Embassies director, is taking place today at Mar‑a‑Lago. (Photo by Al Drago/Getty Images)
“I would like to thank my doctors for performing a procedure earlier this week on me,” she said.
Trump shares five children with her ex-husband, Donald Trump Jr., and has recently been linked to Tiger Woods. She has kept a low public profile since their divorce in 2018.
She remained optimistic and thanked those who have shown support.
MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN – JULY 17: (L-R) Vanessa Trump, Kai Trump and Donald Trump Jr., stand on stage before the start of the third day of the Republican National Convention at the Fiserv Forum on July 17, 2024 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Delegates, politicians, and the Republican faithful are in Milwaukee for the annual convention, concluding with former President Donald Trump accepting his party’s presidential nomination. The RNC takes place from July 15-18. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)
“I am staying focused and hopeful while surrounded by the love and support of my family, my kids, and those closest to me,” Trump wrote on social media.
“Thank you for your kindness and support it truly means more than I can express. I kindly ask for privacy as I focus on my health and recovery.”
DORAL, FLORIDA – MAY 03: Vanessa Trump arrive to the course during the final round of the Cadillac Championship 2026 at Trump National Doral Miami on May 03, 2026 in Doral, Florida. (Photo by Cliff Hawkins/Getty Images)
The comment section of her post was quickly flooded with loving words of encouragement. Ivanka Trump was the first to share a note that read, “Praying for your continued strength and a swift recovery. Love you mama.” (RELATED: Kylie Minogue Reveals She Secretly Battled Cancer A Second Time)
Kai Trump shared the message, “Love you! Strongest person ever [heart emoji].”
Her post was liked by Tiffany Trump and several other prominent figures.