Kai Madison Trump, the first granddaughter of former President Donald Trump, reached a major personal milestone this week as she turned 18. Known to many as America’s “first granddaughter,” Kai is stepping into adulthood with an already impressive resume that blends family legacy, athletic talent, and political presence.
Born to Donald Trump Jr. and his former wife Vanessa Trump, Kai is the eldest of five siblings: Donald John III, Tristan Milos, Spencer Frederick, and Chloe Sophia. The Trump grandchildren have largely grown up in the public eye, but Kai, in particular, has carved out her own space in that spotlight.
From High School to Collegiate Athletics
A senior at The Benjamin School in Palm Beach, Florida, Kai is recognized not just for her famous last name, but for her rising status in the golf world. In 2023, she committed to the University of Miami, where she’ll play for the school’s women’s golf team.
Kai often showcases her love for golf on social media, sharing videos with her grandfather and well-known pros like Rory McIlroy and Bryson DeChambeau. Her talent hasn’t gone unnoticed—Donald Trump himself praised her skills in a recent YouTube appearance, calling her a “scratch golfer” and predicting she’ll only continue to improve.
A Voice on the National Stage
In 2024, Kai made her political debut at the Republican National Convention in Wisconsin. During her speech, she offered a lighter, more personal look at her relationship with her grandfather, joking about secret treats and their competitive golf games.
“He tries to get in my head when we’re not on the same team,” she told the audience with a smile. “But I always remind him—I’m a Trump, too.”
Building Her Own Platform
Off the course and away from the podium, Kai is also building a strong digital presence. Active on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube, she launched her own channel in 2023 and has already gained over a million subscribers. Her content includes golf tutorials, everyday routines, and vlogs that give followers a glimpse into life behind the scenes of one of America’s most well-known families. One recent video documented her trip to UFC 314 alongside her grandfather.
As she steps into adulthood, Kai Madison Trump is clearly forging her own path—one that honors her family name while building something uniquely her own.
