Kai Trump, daughter of Vanessa Trump, has offered a candid update on her mother's ongoing battle with breast cancer, stating that the radiation therapy has taken a significant "toll on her body." Vanessa Trump, 48, publicly shared her cancer diagnosis in May and recently completed surgery, with radiation being the second phase of her medical treatment.
During an appearance on "Fox and Friends" on Thursday, the younger Trump, a budding golfer, described her mother as a "fighter." "She's doing better, obviously radiation takes a toll on your body but she's doing better, feeling better," Kai Trump said. "She's been a little tired but she's a fighter."
She reiterated these sentiments on Wednesday evening at the ESPY Awards in New York, telling Page Six, "My mom's doing good. She's doing better."
Sources close to the couple have indicated that Vanessa Trump has received substantial support from her boyfriend, golf legend Tiger Woods, whom she began dating in 2025. An insider told People that Woods, 50, has been "amazing during Vanessa's recent diagnosis" and has focused his attention on her recovery, particularly after navigating his own recent medical and legal issues.
"Vanessa's needs and issues have taken Tiger's thoughts outside of his own legal, medical and personal struggles, which has been good for him," the source revealed. "He has given her a lot of love - even while away working on himself. It shows he has character."
The couple is reportedly "optimistic about her treatments," with another insider adding, "Like anyone diagnosed with this disease, she is anxious but also strong and eager to move beyond." The source emphasized that with advanced treatments and excellent healthcare facilities, Vanessa Trump will continue to receive "top-notch care."
During her red carpet conversation at the ESPY Awards, Kai Trump also briefly touched upon her attendance at a UFC event at the White House for President Donald Trump's 80th birthday. When asked about the intersection of politics and sports, she stated, "Honestly, I kind of stay out of politics completely, it's not my thing, but I think the UFC event was great and it was really cool being there." She highlighted the presence of veterans at the event as a positive aspect.
Instead, the University of Miami freshman expressed her primary focus on inspiring aspiring female golfers. "I just like showing my life and showing how you can still be an athlete, and you can still do a ton of cool things, enjoy a ton of other things," she said. "I kind of like just showing people that everything's possible."