At just 17 years old, Kai Trump, the eldest granddaughter of Donald Trump, is carving out her own identity while maintaining a special bond with her famous grandfather. Born on May 12, 2007, to Donald Trump Jr. and Vanessa Trump, Kai grew up surrounded by family traditions and values, sharing her early years with her uncle Barron Trump in New York City.
Named after her maternal grandfather, Danish jazz musician Kai Ewans, she entered the world in dramatic fashion, arriving two weeks early during a charity event. Despite being part of one of America’s most prominent families, Kai has mostly stayed out of the public eye. That changed during Donald Trump’s 2016 presidential campaign, when she appeared in family photos, and later in 2024, when she stepped into the spotlight with a heartfelt speech at the Republican National Convention.
In her emotional address, Kai described her grandfather as a “normal grandpa” who sneaks her candy, checks on her schoolwork, and proudly shares her academic achievements with friends. Reflecting on the moment, which came shortly after an assassination attempt on her grandfather, she shared, “It was really special for both of us. We got a little teary-eyed. I’ll never forget that.”
Beyond politics, Kai and her grandfather share a love for golf, spending countless hours competing on the green. She often jokes about his competitive nature, saying he rarely lets her win. This playful rivalry has only deepened her passion for the sport. In 2024, Kai achieved a major milestone by winning the ladies’ club championship at Trump’s West Palm Beach golf course.
Her dedication to golf also earned her a spot on the University of Miami’s women’s golf team, a proud moment she shared on Instagram, thanking her family—especially her grandfather—for their unwavering support. Despite her growing public presence, Kai remains grounded and humble. In a recent interview, she admitted she prefers to stay under the radar, saying, “You wouldn’t know at all [who I am], and that’s the way I like it.”
As she prepares for life at the University of Miami and a promising future in golf, Kai Trump is proving she’s more than just a Trump—she’s a rising star in her own right.
