Donald Trump Jr., the eldest son of the U.S. President, is officially off the market. The high-profile businessman and political figure announced his engagement to Florida socialite Bettina Anderson during a White House holiday party on Monday night.
A Surprise Announcement at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue
The festive gathering at the executive mansion took a romantic turn when Trump Jr. took to the podium. According to a video shared on social media by right-wing activist Laura Loomer, he introduced his fiancée to the crowd. The engagement announcement came just over a year after he was first linked to Anderson.
In the clip, Donald Jr. expressed his relief, stating, "I want to thank Bettina for that one word: 'Yes'… You’re not sure what the answer’s gonna be, it’s always a little bit rough, but she said, 'Yes,' so that’s a big win for the end of the year."
Anderson then joined him, thanking the President for hosting and sharing her joy. "This has been the most unforgettable weekend," she said. "I get to marry the love of my life, and I feel like the luckiest girl in the world."
From Rumoured Romance to Official Engagement
The couple's relationship timeline has been a subject of media interest. Bettina Anderson was first romantically linked to Donald Trump Jr. in September 2024, when photos of them together surfaced. At that time, he was reportedly still engaged to Kimberly Guilfoyle, a former Fox News host who now serves as the U.S. Ambassador to Greece.
The new fiancée is a Palm Beach socialite and model. She is the daughter of entrepreneur Harry Loy Anderson Jr. and philanthropist Inger Anderson. On her Instagram profile, Anderson describes herself with a touch of humour, writing she is "just your typical stay at home mom … only I don’t do household chores … or have a husband … or have kids."
A New Chapter After Previous Relationships
This engagement marks a new chapter for Donald Trump Jr., who was previously married to Vanessa Trump. Their marriage ended in 2018, and they share five children together. Since their split, Vanessa Trump has been in a public relationship with golf legend Tiger Woods, which was confirmed in March of this year.
The White House party provided a glittering backdrop for the personal milestone, blending family, politics, and celebrity in a moment that is sure to be a talking point in both Washington and social circles. No date for the wedding has been announced.
