In a festive surprise that blended family and politics, Donald Trump Jr., the eldest son of former US President Donald Trump, announced his engagement to model Bettina Anderson during the White House Christmas reception on Monday night. The 47-year-old turned the official holiday event into a personal celebration, confirming he is officially off the market.
A Festive Proposal at the People's House
The engagement was revealed with President Donald Trump standing alongside his son. Trump Jr., who is known for his vocal public persona, admitted to being uncharacteristically lost for words. "It's not often that I'm at a loss for words 'cause we usually do the ranting and raving really well," he said, as reported by the Daily Beast. He expressed his nervousness about the proposal, thanking Anderson for her affirmative answer and calling it "a big win for the end of the year."
He described the anxiety of the moment: "When you go down there, it's like, you're gonna go, and you're trying to ask, and you're not sure what the answer's gonna be. It's always a little bit rough."
Bettina Anderson: The Bride-to-Be Reacts
Bettina Anderson, 38, spoke briefly at the event, directing her gratitude towards First Lady Melania Trump for the elaborate Christmas decorations. "These decorations, am I right? Unbelievable," she remarked. She went on to share her joy, stating it was "The most unforgettable weekend of my life, and I get to marry the love of my life, and I feel this, like, the luckiest girl in the world, so thank you."
A Look at the Relationship Timeline
The couple's relationship became public knowledge in September 2024. This new chapter for Trump Jr. comes months after his previous engagement to Kimberley Guilfoyle ended. His marital history includes a marriage to model Vanessa Kay Haydon in 2005. According to the Washington Post, the couple had five children together before finalizing their divorce at the end of 2018.
The surprise engagement adds a personal and celebratory footnote to the Trump family's political narrative, showcasing a moment of private joy within the very public setting of the White House during the holiday season.
