Golf Icon and Former Trump Daughter-in-Law Share Snuggly Photos, Declare "Love Is in the Air" 

Jupiter, FL – Golf legend Tiger Woods and Vanessa Trump, the ex-wife of Donald Trump Jr., have officially confirmed their romance, sending shockwaves through the sports and celebrity worlds. The couple announced their relationship on Sunday, March 23, 2025, with coordinated social media posts that showcased their affection and hinted at a future together, capping weeks of speculation about their blossoming connection.

Woods, 49, broke the news to his 6.4 million X followers and 3.5 million Instagram fans with a heartfelt message alongside two intimate photos. "Love is in the air and life is better with you by my side!" he wrote. "We look forward to our journey through life together. At this time we would appreciate privacy for all those close to our hearts." The first image showed the pair posing closely together, smiling warmly, while the second captured them lounging in a hammock—Woods gazing skyward behind sunglasses, Vanessa resting her head on his chest with an arm draped lovingly across him.

Minutes later, Vanessa, 47, echoed the sentiment on her own Instagram Stories, reposting the hammock photo and tagging Woods with a simple red heart emoji. The synchronized reveal marked a rare public step for Woods, who has historically guarded his personal life since his highly publicized 2009 divorce from Elin Nordegren, and for Vanessa, who has kept a lower profile since her 2018 split from Donald Trump Jr.

The announcement didn’t come entirely out of left field. Rumors had been swirling since early March, when outlets like the New York Post and Daily Mail reported the pair were "secretly dating" after being spotted together at the Genesis Invitational in February. Vanessa and her daughter Kai, a budding golfer committed to the University of Miami, were seen with Woods at the event he hosts, fueling chatter. Sources later told People that the relationship had been quietly developing since late 2024, with Donald Trump Jr. reportedly "cool" with the pairing.

The couple’s decision to go public drew immediate reactions online. Ivanka Trump, Vanessa’s former sister-in-law, commented on Woods’ post, "So happy for you both! 🥰🥰," signaling family approval. Rapper Snoop Dogg chimed in with a cryptic "Check ya d m," leaving fans guessing about his private message to the golf star. Meanwhile, social media buzzed with a mix of support and snark, with some users mocking Woods’ privacy request after such a high-profile reveal.

Woods and Vanessa’s paths likely crossed through their children—Woods’ son Charlie, 16, and Vanessa’s daughter Kai, 17, both attend the Benjamin School in Palm Beach, Florida, and share a passion for golf. Their bond has also been strengthened by shared experiences in the spotlight; Woods as a golfing icon and Vanessa as a former model and Trump family member. For now, the couple seems intent on savoring their newfound openness, even as they navigate the inevitable attention their announcement has sparked.