Kai Trump, the 17-year-old granddaughter of Donald Trump, has been in the news lately for her special relationship with her famous grandpa and her amazing skills in golf. As the oldest grandchild in the Trump family, Kai is stepping into the limelight, proving that she’s not just a member of a well-known family but also a talented and ambitious young woman with a promising future.
Born on May 12, 2007, in New York City to Donald Trump Jr. and his former wife, Vanessa, Kai was named after her maternal grandfather, a Danish jazz musician named Kai Ewans. She made a memorable entrance into the world by arriving two weeks early at a charity event. Growing up in New York, Kai spent a lot of time with her family and her uncle Barron Trump, who is around the same age. Her early years were filled with family traditions and a close relationship with her grandparents, especially Donald Trump.
Kai grew up in one of the most famous families in America, but she kept a pretty low profile when she was a kid. It wasn’t until Donald Trump ran for president in 2016 that she started showing up in family pictures. However, it was in 2024 that she really caught the public’s attention by giving a touching speech at the Republican National Convention. In her speech, she talked about her grandpa, saying he was a “normal grandpa” who sneaks her candy, checks on her schoolwork, and proudly tells his friends about her achievements, like making the high honor roll.
A really emotional part of her speech was when she talked about how her grandpa had just survived an assassination attempt. She said, “It was really special for both of us. We got a little teary-eyed. I’ll never forget that.”
Kai has a special bond with her grandfather that goes beyond just talking about politics. They both really enjoy playing golf and often challenge each other on the course. Kai has mentioned how intense their games can get, joking that her grandfather hardly ever lets her win. Even with the tough competition, Kai’s love for golf has only grown stronger. Earlier this year, she won the ladies’ club championship at Trump’s golf course in West Palm Beach, Florida. Her hard work and skill in golf helped her earn a place on the University of Miami’s women’s golf team, which she proudly shared on Instagram, thanking her family and her grandfather for always supporting her.
Even though she’s been in the spotlight more often, Kai stays down-to-earth and humble. In a recent interview, she talked about how she prefers to keep a low profile and fit in with her friends. “You wouldn’t know at all [who I am], and that’s the way I like to keep it,” she said, highlighting that she wants her accomplishments to shine on their own.
