NEW YORK, United States – Vanessa Trump, the former daughter-in-law of U.S. President Donald Trump, has revealed that she has been diagnosed with breast cancer and is actively working with doctors on a recovery plan.
Okay News reports that the 48-year-old former model shared the personal health update via her official Instagram account on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. She disclosed that she underwent an initial medical procedure earlier in the week and requested privacy from the public as she focuses entirely on her health, treatments, and family over the coming months.
“While this isn’t news anyone expects, I’m working closely with my medical team on a treatment plan,” she wrote. “I am staying focused and hopeful while surrounded by the love and support of my family, my kids, and those closest to me.” Her announcement sparked a massive wave of public support, including a heartfelt message from her former sister-in-law, Ivanka Trump, who commented, “Praying for your continued strength and a swift recovery. Love you mama.”
Vanessa was married to the president’s eldest son, Donald Trump Jr., for 13 years before their amicable divorce in 2018. The former couple co-parent five children, ranging in age from 11 to 19, including their eldest daughter, Kai Trump, who has frequently appeared alongside her grandfather at official White House events. Last year, Vanessa publicly confirmed her relationship with American professional golfer Tiger Woods. According to medical statistics from the American Cancer Society, breast cancer remains the most prevalent form of cancer among women in the United States, accounting for roughly 30 percent of all new female cancer diagnoses annually, though rapidly advancing targeted therapies and early surgical interventions continue to drastically improve long-term survival rates.
