In brief
In a heartfelt video posted on her daughter Kai Trump’s Instagram page, former Trump Jr wife Vanessa Trump announced she’s now cancer‑free following her breast‑cancer diagnosis in April. She revealed that recent test results were clear and thanked supporters during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The family will release a longer YouTube interview next day to discuss prevention and early detection. Vanessa’s announcement comes after a brief post in May disclosing her surgery and treatment plan, and follows her 2024 relationship news with Tiger Woods. Her message, receiving well‑wishes from celebrities like Mary Millben, underscores the widespread attention and support for breast‑cancer awareness.
Former wife of Donald Trump Jr., Vanessa Trump, announced on Friday that she is now cancer‑free following a breast‑cancer diagnosis received in April. The 48‑year‑old shared the good news in a short video posted on her 19‑year‑old daughter Kai’s Instagram account.
In the clip, Vanessa said the recent test results “came back clear, so I’m finally cancer‑free.” She added that a longer YouTube interview with Kai, her doctor Dr. Nicole Saphier and herself would be released the next day to discuss prevention and early detection – a push especially timely in October, Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
The announcement followed a public disclosure in May that Vanessa had undergone surgery and was working with a medical team on a treatment plan. She originally revealed her diagnosis publicly in an Instagram post on the 31st of that month.
According to the American Cancer Society, the average risk of a U.S. woman developing breast cancer is about 1 in 8, or 13%, with breast cancer representing roughly 30% of all new female cancers each year. Surgery often cures most cases, but adjunct treatments such as chemotherapy, radiation and endocrine therapy can reduce long‑term risk, and newer targeted therapies continue to improve outcomes.
Her video received widespread support, accumulating over 20,000 likes and countless comments of congratulations and encouragement. Notable mentions included American singer and media personality Mary Millben, who offered her best wishes for Vanessa’s recovery.
In addition to her health milestone, Vanessa, who separated from Trump Jr. in 2018, announced last year that she was dating U.S. pro golfer Tiger Woods.
The story headlines the intersection of celebrity news and public health advocacy, and underscores how personal battles can resonate with wider audiences during campaigns such as Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
