Kai Trump, 17-year-old granddaughter of Donald Trump, is making headlines not just for her lineage but for her growing presence in the public eye and her standout talent in golf.

As the eldest grandchild in the Trump family, Kai is beginning to carve out her own identity, revealing herself to be a focused and accomplished young woman.

Born on May 12, 2007, in New York City to Donald Trump Jr. and Vanessa Trump, Kai was named after her maternal grandfather, jazz musician Kai Ewans. She arrived early—two weeks before her due date—during a charity event, kicking off a life already tied to notable moments.

Raised in New York, Kai spent much of her childhood surrounded by family, especially bonding with her younger uncle, Barron Trump. Her early years were marked by close-knit family experiences and a particularly special relationship with her grandfather, Donald Trump.

While she lived relatively privately in her early years despite her famous background, Kai began to appear more publicly during the 2016 presidential campaign. However, it wasn’t until 2024 that she truly stepped into the spotlight.

Her heartfelt speech at the Republican National Convention in 2024 offered the public a softer view of the former president.

Kai described her grandfather in endearing terms—someone who gives her candy on the sly, checks in on her grades, and proudly brags about her academic success, including making the high honor roll. Her speech gave America a glimpse of Donald Trump not as a politician, but as “just grandpa.”