A sports celebrity and high-profile ex-wife have reportedly sparked a quiet romance, and her ex isn’t bothered. One source says he’s “cool” with it.
Golf legend Tiger Woods is making headlines for his new romance with Vanessa Trump, the ex-wife of Donald Trump Jr. According to the Daily Mail on March 13, the 49-year-old golfer and Vanessa, 47, have been quietly dating since late last year.Both live just 20 minutes apart in Palm Beach, Florida. Their children — Tiger’s, Charlie and Sam Woods, and Vanessa’s eldest daughter, Kai Trump — attend The Benjamin School, a private institution.
Last month, witnesses spotted them together at a golf tournament, fueling speculation. A source told Daily Mail, “Tiger and Vanessa have been seeing each other since just before Thanksgiving. She comes to his place on Jupiter Island. They’re not living together. She comes over maybe a few nights a week.”
The source added that they enjoy each other’s company, often sharing dinners and conversation. For now, they are keeping things private and have chosen to stay out of the public eye.
Despite the attention surrounding their romance, Vanessa’s ex-husband isn’t bothered. A source close to the Trump family told People that Donald Jr. is “cool” with the pair dating. He and Vanessa were married for 12 years before divorcing in 2018.Meanwhile, other Trump family members and the former couple’s five children reportedly know about Vanessa and Tiger’s relationship.
The New York Post reported that Tiger and Vanessa’s relationship began as a friendship. “But it’s not too serious, it’s heading in that direction, though,” a source mentioned. While they are taking things slowly, a source believes it could become “something really serious and permanent.”
“They have a lot in common. They’ve both gotten used to public scrutiny. They both know how to keep their private life private. They’re both parents,” the source added.What Tiger admires most about Vanessa is that she isn’t drawn to his popularity. “Fame doesn’t interest her; that’s what he likes best about her,” the source explained, adding that she would date him even if he weren’t famous.
Before reports of their romance resurfaced, Vanessa was seen in the background of a photo taken on February 16, at Torrey Pines Golf Course in La Jolla, California. The image showed Tiger alongside Kai, during the final round of The Genesis Invitational, further fueling speculation about their growing connection.Vanessa’s appearance at the event fueled dating rumors and sparked online discussions about her resemblance to Tiger’s past partners. One commented, “Looks like his ex,” while other users pointed out that he clearly has a type, “You can tell he has a type. All of his girlfriends look alike.”