Inside Kimberly Guilfoyle and Donald Trump Jr.'s Relationship After He's Spotted Packing on the PDA With Sexy Socialite Amid Rumors Of a Split
Dec. 19 2024, Published 8:00 p.m. ET
2007: Kimberly Guilfoyle and Donald Trump Jr. Were Spotted Attending Events With Their Friends
Kimberly Guilfoyle and Donald Trump Jr. had known each other for decades before they started dating. They were pictured at several events in the late 2000s, along with his then-wife, Vanessa Trump.
May 2018: Kimberly Guilfoyle and Donald Trump Jr. Began Dating
In March 2018, Don Jr. and Vanessa released a statement confirming their split after 12 years of marriage.
They said: "We will always have tremendous respect for each other and our families. We have five beautiful children together and they remain our top priority. We ask for your privacy during this time."
Don Jr. later moved on with Kimberly, with Page Six reporting the two were "having a great time" together. They were spotted attending a party for Donald Trump's ambassador for Germany, Richard Grenell, before they had dinner in New York City.
June 2018: Donald Trump Jr. Confirmed Their Relationship on Instagram
Months after the dating rumors began, Don Jr. debuted their relationship on Instagram, sharing their photo with the band Poison.
New Year's Eve 2020: Kimberly Guilfoyle and Donald Trump Jr. Got Engaged
After they soft launched their relationship, Kimberly and Don Jr. made public appearances together, starting at the Montana Republican Party's national convention in June 2018.
In the same month, they enjoyed their first getaway – a fishing vacation in Montana – as a couple.
Kimberly and Don Jr. also showed PDA while supporting Donald at his campaigns and rallies.
Between 2018 and 2021: Kimberly Guilfoyle and Donald Trump Jr. Made Public Appearances Together
According to reports, Don Jr. popped the question to Kimberly on New Year's Eve 2020 but decided to keep the news under wraps.
A source told Daily Mail: "They've been together for almost four years now and have been friends for 15 years. They've kept it private for the past year as they settled into life in Florida after moving from New York. Both are focused on their children — they have six between them — and their work."
January 2022: Engagement Rumors Swirled
The former Fox News host celebrated Don Jr.'s special day with a heartfelt Instagram post in which she was seen wearing a diamond ring on her left ring finger.
She wrote: "Tonight was extra special celebrating @donaldjtrumpjr's birthday. Don, you are strong, smart, courageous, funny and the love of my life. I can't wait to spend the rest of our lives together. Love you."
Neither Don Jr. nor Kimberly had confirmed the engagement buzz at the time.
February 2022: Kimberly Guilfoyle Confirmed Their Engagement
After weeks of speculation, Kimberly formalized their relationship status in a Valentine's Day Instagram post.
She captioned the update: "Falling in love with my fiancé more and more every day. @donaldjtrumpjr, you're my best friend, my support system and my forever guy. Happy Valentine's Day, I love you and can't wait for the adventures that lie ahead."
December 2022: Kimberly Guilfoyle Talked About Their Relationship
Speaking in an interview with Metropolitan Palm Beach, Kimberly revealed her approach to caring for Don Jr. was "the way I saw my mother lovingly take care of my father".
She said: "I go out of my way to make sure he has everything he needs — making coffee in the morning, cooking our favorite meals, doing our families' laundry, and caring for our home," adding Don Jr. loved how "traditional yet fiercely independent" she was.
April 2024: Donald Trump Jr. Marked Their Anniversary on Instagram
To celebrate their anniversary, Don Jr. took to Instagram and shared their sweet photos together.
He wrote in the post: "Thanks for always being there no matter what the haters are throwing our way. I love you."
August 2024: Donald Trump Jr. Was Caught Kissing a Socialite
The Daily Mail released a report in September, saying the President-elect's son was spotted canoodling with socialite Bettina Anderson during a brunch in August despite his engagement to Kimberly.
A source said: "She seemed totally smitten with Don – and he with her. They looked totally relaxed, she wearing a white shirt tied off to show her midriff and wide leg pants, he in shorts and a T-shirt."
An insider also noted the two appeared to be on a date at the time, explaining: "They weren't exactly making out, but the kisses were romantic, and you could tell they were intimate with each other."
December 2024: Donald Trump Jr. and Bettina Anderson Were Spotted on Several Dates
Don Jr. and Bettina made headlines again after photos published by a news outlet showed the pair holding hands during a date.
According to the report, they stayed at Buccan in Palm Beach, Florida, for two hours to celebrate her birthday. They were also pictured going to a bakery days before the night out.
December 10, 2024: Sources Said Kimberly Guilfoyle and Donald Trump Jr. Have Broken Up
Sources told Don Jr. and Kimberly parted ways amid the cheating scandal.
One insider said: "Don and Kimberly haven't been getting along over the past year. They get argumentative at Mar-a-Lago in front of people. Nothing crazy, but you know when a couple is fighting. They bicker in public."
Other sources claimed they'd split, while some said the relationship already became "rocky".
Don Jr. later addressed the rumors, stating: "Kimberly and I will never stop caring for each other and will always keep a special bond."
He added of Kimberly, 55, who was recently appointed to be ambassador of Greece by Donald, 78: "I could not be more proud of her and the important role she'll continue to play in my father‘s administration. Anyone taking baseless and petty fake news cheap shots at her in the tabloids are just embarrassing themselves."