Vanessa Trump, born Vanessa Kay Haydon on December 18, 1977, in New York City, is an American actress, businesswoman, and former model.
She gained public attention through her marriage to Donald Trump Jr., the eldest son of former U.S. President Donald Trump.
Vanessa has worked in various capacities in the entertainment industry, including a role in the film “Something’s Gotta Give” and appearances on reality T.V. shows like “The Apprentice.”
Her prominence in the public eye also stems from her high-profile marriage and subsequent divorce and her modelling career with Wilhelmina Models.
Profile
- – Full name: Vanessa Kay Trump (née Haydon)
- – Date of birth: December 18, 1977
- – Age: 47 years old
- – Gender: Female
- – Place of birth: New York City, New York, USA
- – Nationality: American
- – Profession: Actress, businesswoman, former model
- – Height: 5 feet 6 inches (1.7 meters)
- – Parents: Bonnie Haydon (mother), Charles Haydon (stepfather)
- – Siblings: Veronika Haydon
- – Spouse: Donald Trump Jr. (m. 2005; div. 2018)
- – Children: Kai Madison Trump, Donald John Trump III, Tristan Milos Trump, Spencer Frederick Trump, Chloe Sophia Trump
- – Relationship status: Divorced
- – Religion: Christian
- – Ethnicity: Mixed (Italian, Danish, Swedish, and German descent)
- – Net worth: $100 million
Early Life and Education
Vanessa Trump, now at the age of 47, was born on December 18, 1977, in New York City. She was raised in the eastern suburb of Manhattan and attended the private Dwight School. Vanessa is of Italian, Danish, Swedish, and German descent.
Vanessa’s stepfather, Charles Haydon, was a prominent lawyer in Manhattan whose clientele included notable celebrities. Her mother, Bonnie Haydon, ran the Kay Models agency. Vanessa grew up alongside her sister, Veronika Haydon.
After graduating high school, Vanessa pursued higher education at Marymount Manhattan College. Her ethnic background is a mix of Italian from her father’s side and Danish, Swedish, and German from her mother’s side. She practices Christianity.
Personal Life
Vanessa Trump‘s personal life has been a subject of public interest, particularly her relationships and marriage. In the late 1990s, she dated Khalid bin Bandar bin Sultan Al Saud, a Saudi prince.
Their relationship ended following the 9/11 attacks, after which she began dating Donald Trump Jr. The couple met again at a party after Donald Trump Sr. introduced them, and they got engaged within a year.
They married on November 12, 2005, at the Mar-a-Lago club in Florida. Vanessa and Donald Trump Jr. have five children: Kai Madison Trump, Donald John Trump III, Tristan Milos Trump, Spencer Frederick Trump, and Chloe Sophia Trump.
Their marriage ended in 2018 amidst rumours of infidelity involving Donald Trump Jr. and Aubrey O’Day. Since the divorce, Vanessa has focused primarily on raising her children.
Career
Vanessa Trump began her career in modelling during her teenage years, signing with Wilhelmina Models. She appeared in various fashion shows and campaigns, establishing herself in the industry. In 2003, she appeared in the film Something’s Gotta Give alongside Jack Nicholson and Diane Keaton, which brought her further recognition.
Vanessa also appeared on the reality T.V. show “The Apprentice,” hosted by her father-in-law, Donald Trump Sr. Additionally, she co-founded a nightclub named Sessa with her sister and launched her handbag line, La Poshett. Despite her diverse professional endeavours, Vanessa has largely stayed out of the spotlight following her divorce.
Net Worth
Vanessa Trump’s net worth is estimated at $100 million. Her wealth primarily comes from her modelling, acting, and business ventures career, along with financial settlements from her divorce from Donald Trump Jr.
Controversy
Vanessa Trump’s life has not been free from controversy. Her marriage to Donald Trump Jr. faced significant scrutiny, particularly due to allegations of infidelity on Donald Jr.‘s part. Reports of his affair with singer Aubrey O’Day in 2011 were widely covered by the media and are believed to have contributed to the deterioration of their marriage, which ended in divorce in 2018.
Further controversy surrounded Vanessa after the release of Carol Leonnig’s book “Zero Fail: The Rise and Fall of the Secret Service,” which alleged that Vanessa had an affair with a Secret Service agent.
Although these allegations were not substantiated, they reignited public interest and speculation about her life. In 2024, Vanessa was reportedly seen with an agent who had been part of the Trump family’s security detail, leading to renewed rumours and media attention.
Vanessa’s relationship with the Trump family also brought her into the political spotlight, especially during Donald Trump Sr.’s presidency. However, she has managed to keep a relatively low profile compared to other family members, focusing instead on her personal life and charitable activities.
Social Media
- – Instagram: N/A
- – Twitter: @MrsVanessaTrump
Filmography
- Something’s Gotta Give (2003)
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