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Vanessa Trump revealed in an emotional statement on social media Wednesday that she has been diagnosed with breast cancer and has recently received medical attention as she begins treatment and recovery.
The former wife of Donald Trump Jr. shared the announcement on Instagram, writing: “I want to share a personal health update.”
“I was recently diagnosed with breast cancer,” Vanessa wrote in the post. “While this is not the news anyone expected, I am working closely with my medical team on the treatment plan.”
Vanessa also revealed that doctors did “the procedure earlier this week” and thanked her family, children and medical team for supporting her through the diagnosis and recovery.
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Vanessa Trump arrives for a service in St. John's Church on the Inauguration Day of Donald Trump's second term in Washington, DC, on Jan. 20, 2025. (Jeenah Moon/Reuters)
“I stay focused and optimistic while surrounded by the love and support of my family, my children, and those closest to me,” he wrote.
The announcement quickly drew support from Trump family members and supporters online, including a public response from Ivanka Trump, who commented: “We are praying for your continued strength and speedy recovery. I love you mom.”
The post was also liked by Tiffany Trump and quickly gained engagement as readers responded to Vanessa's stories.
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Jupiter Links Golf Club's Tiger Woods receives a hug and kiss from Vanessa Trump before a match against Los Angeles Golf Club during the TGL Finals at SoFi Center in Palm Beach Gardens, Fla., on March 24, 2026. (MAGN)
Vanessa ended her statement by thanking fans for their kindness while she focused on ongoing treatment.
“Thank you for your kindness and support means more than I can say,” he wrote. “I am asking for privacy as I am focused on my health and recovery.”
Vanessa Trump shares five children with ex-husband Donald Trump Jr. In recent years, he has kept a low public profile compared to other members of the extended Trump family.
Vanessa has also recently been linked to golf legend Tiger Woods after the pair went public with their relationship earlier this year. Woods shared a public message in March asking for privacy as the couple drew internet and media attention.
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Vanessa Trump and Kai Trump attend a match between Jupiter Links Golf Club and Los Angeles Golf Club at the SoFi Center in Palm Beach Gardens, Fla., on March 23, 2026. (Cliff Hawkins/TGL/TGL Golf via Getty Images)
Vanessa Trump's announcement did not reveal additional details about the stage of the cancer or the details of her treatment plan other than noting the latest procedure and ongoing medical care.
Fox News Digital's Paulina Dedaj contributed to this report.
