Donald Trump Jr., the eldest son of former US President Donald Trump, has announced his engagement to Florida socialite Bettina Anderson. The news was confirmed by the former president himself at the White House on Monday, following a weekend of celebrations.
A Surprise Announcement from the White House
The engagement was revealed in a video shared by activist Laura Loomer on the social media platform X. In the clip, Bettina Anderson, 39, expressed her joy, stating, "This has been the most unforgettable weekend. I get to marry the love of my life, and I feel like the luckiest girl in the world. Thank you." The couple has been dating for just over a year.
This development marks a significant new chapter for Trump Jr., 47, whose previous high-profile relationships have been closely followed. He was previously married to Vanessa Trump, the mother of his five children, and was later engaged for six years to former Fox News personality and MAGA figure Kimberly Guilfoyle.
Who is Bettina Anderson?
Anderson is a well-known figure in Palm Beach society, describing herself humorously in her Instagram bio as a "typical stay-at-home mom," but without a husband, kids, or "household chores." She is a third-generation resident of the affluent Florida enclave.
Her late father, Harry Loy Anderson Jr., made history by becoming the youngest bank president in the United States at the age of 26. He passed away in 2013. Professionally, Anderson has been involved with the nonprofit Paradise Fund, which focuses on disaster relief, though her current status with the organisation is unclear. She frequently shares modelling photos for clothing and jewellery brands on her social media accounts.
Overlapping Relationships and Family Dynamics
Rumours of a romance between Trump Jr. and Anderson first surfaced in September of last year when they were reportedly seen holding hands and kissing at her birthday celebration. Notably, this occurred while Trump Jr. was still publicly engaged to Kimberly Guilfoyle, a fact that sparked considerable speculation at the time.
Anderson was later spotted attending the Republican National Convention, where Guilfoyle was a featured speaker. According to a source speaking to The Daily Beast, Trump Jr. had expressed dissatisfaction with Guilfoyle's formal style of dress, preferring a more relaxed appearance.
Despite the end of their romantic engagement, Guilfoyle remains on good terms with the Trump family. Her role as the US Ambassador to Greece, an appointment made by the former president, requires her to spend extended periods away from the United States.
Trump Jr.'s ex-wife, Vanessa Trump, has also moved on and is now in a relationship with golf champion Tiger Woods.
