Kai Trump, the eldest granddaughter of U.S. President Donald Trump, turned 18 on May 12. She marked the occasion with a touching post on social media that quickly gained widespread attention. Sharing a series of personal photos on Instagram, Kai offered a glimpse into her life—from her childhood memories to a warm moment inside the White House. “17, you taught me a lot about life. 18, I hope you teach me a lot more,” she wrote in the caption.
Kai is the first child of Donald Trump Jr. and Vanessa Trump and the oldest of five siblings—Donald John III, Tristan Milos, Spencer Frederick, and Chloe Sophia. Her parents separated after more than a decade of marriage. Vanessa Trump commented on the post, writing, “We are all so proud of the young lady that you’ve become.”
Who is Kai Trump?
Now a freshman in the class of 2026 at The Benjamin School in Jupiter, Florida, Kai has carved out a name for herself in the world of junior golf. According to her profile on NCSA, she has been playing the sport for 13 years and served as captain of her high school’s varsity golf team during her first year. “Golf has always been a huge part of my life and is my biggest passion,” she writes, expressing her desire to pursue the sport at the collegiate level. She is also active in three school clubs and maintains a strong academic focus.
Born in New York City, Kai relocated to Florida at age 13. Despite her family’s high-profile status, she describes her grandfather in familiar, affectionate terms. Speaking at the 2024 Republican National Convention in Wisconsin, where she honored Trump’s second presidential run, she said, “To me, he’s just a normal grandpa. He gives us candy and soda when our parents aren’t looking. He always wants to know how we’re doing in school.” Reflecting on their shared love for golf, she added humorously, “When we play golf together, if I’m not on his team, he will try to get inside my head. And he’s always surprised I don’t let him. But I have to remind him—I’m a Trump, too.” Already gaining popularity on platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube, Kai Trump is no stranger to the spotlight.
