Kai Trump Says Mom Vanessa Is ‘Doing Better’ Amid Breast Cancer Battle

Kai Trump stepped into the spotlight at the 2026 ESPY Awards with something much more personal than sports on her mind — mother Vanessa Trump’s ongoing health battle.

The 19-year-old rising golf star opened up about her mom’s recovery while attending the star-studded event at Lincoln Center in New York on Wednesday, July 15.

“My mom’s doing good,” Kai told Page Six. “She’s doing better.”

Vanessa, 48, first revealed in May that she had been diagnosed with breast cancer.

“While this isn’t the news anyone expects, I’m working closely with my medical team on a treatment plan,” she shared in a message via Instagram on May 20. “I am staying focused and hopeful while surrounded by the love and support of my family, my kids, and those closest to me.”

A month later, Vanessa shared another update, telling followers that she had undergone surgery and was recovering as she prepared for the next phase of her treatment.

“I’m grateful to be healing and moving forward,” the mom of five said.

On the red carpet, Kai also spoke about her love for golf and revealed her grandfather, President Donald J. Trump, gives her tips about her time on the golf course.

“Enjoy every moment of it,” she said he tells her. “It’s going to be rocky, but enjoy every moment of it.”