Donald J. Trump is often referred to as “President Trump” or “Mr. President”, and has been formerly known as “Commander in Chief”, “POTUS”, and “45”, as he was the 45th President of the United States. He has also held several other prominent titles.
However, before Trump became the leader of the free world, he was affectionately known as the “daddy” of five children, including Donald Jr., Ivanka, Eric, Tiffany and Barron, and the “grandfather” of ten grandchildren, starting with the eldest, Kai.
Kai, 17, appeared set to be thrust into the American political spotlight after speaking at the 2024 Republican National Convention on the third day of the event in Milwaukee.
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“He calls me in the middle of the school day to ask how my golf game is going and tells me all about his, but then I have to remind him that I’m in school and I’ll have to call him back later,” Trump’s granddaughter told a cheering crowd in Milwaukee.
“On Saturday, I was shocked when I heard he had been shot, and I just wanted to know if he was OK,” Trump said, describing the events following the attempted assassination of the former president.
“A lot of people put my grandfather through hell, and he’s still standing,” the teenager added.
Kai Trump smiles during his speech at the RNC. (REUTERS/Jeenah Moon)
“Grandpa, you are such an inspiration and I love you,” Trump said. “The media makes my grandfather out to be a different person. But I know him for who he is. He is very caring and loving. He truly wants the best for this country. And he will fight every day to make America great again. Thank you so much.”
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Kai Trump, 17, is the eldest grandson of former President Donald Trump. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images; Photo by Leon Neal/Getty Images)
Recently, the now-divorced daughter of Don Jr. and Vanessa Trump was Dana White’s guest star at UFC 303, which she attended alongside her father. The Florida teen posed for photos with White, UFC president, former NFL superstar Aaron Rodgers and country music star Jelly Roll, among other celebrities.
Kai, born on May 12, 2007, is an avid golfer. She is active on social media and regularly posts about her golf skills.
Last year, the Florida native launched a YouTube channel. She kicked off the social media awareness page with a video titled “Get to Know Kai Trump!”
“It should be a fun channel overall,” Kai said in the clip.
As Kai frolics on a golf course, his friend asks questions and she gives viewers a glimpse into some of her favorite things, including Starbucks pumpkin spice lattes, prosciutto and ricotta cheese, and pickleball and tennis.
In March, Kai won the Women’s Club Championship at the private Trump Golf Club in West Palm Beach. She has previously posted photos and clips of her rounds with professional golfer and PGA Tour player Bryson DeChambeau.
Mixed in with her fitness videos, Kai reminds social media users that she is a huge supporter of her grandfather.
On Saturday, while addressing supporters at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, former President Trump was shot by a lone gunman on a nearby rooftop. He was hit in the ear before Secret Service agents covered him and removed him from the stage.
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Vanessa and Donald Trump Jr., Kai Trump’s parents, pictured together at the 2024 RNC. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)
Before being escorted out, the former president was filmed with his arms outstretched and his fist raised, shouting “fight, fight, fight” to the crowd.
Kai took to Instagram to express her admiration for her grandfather’s unwavering will to challenge the American political system for the betterment of the people. She wrote, “We love you grandpa. Never stop fighting!”
In mid-June, Kai joined tens of thousands of people at Charlie Kirk’s Turning Point USA summit in Detroit. She was photographed with former President Trump, Don Jr., and his brother, Don III, 15.
Trump will return to Detroit on Saturday with Vance for their first campaign rally as the official Republican nominee for the 2024 election. The rally will be held indoors.
Kai’s other siblings include Tristan, Spencer, and Chloe.
Fox News’ Andrew Mark Miller contributed reporting.
