Kai Trump debuts at ESPYs and eyes future golf and award success
Nineteen‑year‑old Kai Trump, the granddaughter of former US President Donald Trump, made her first high‑profile appearance at the 2026 ESPY Awards in New York City. She arrived in a custom gold gown by Alice + Olivia, which was highlighted by the Daily Mail as "best‑dressed". In a vlog she said, "I got best dressed" and added, "I haven't won an ESPY yet, but next year we're coming for that."
Kai is also a University of Miami collegiate golfer and will join the women's golf team for the 2026‑27 season. She told Fox & Friends that her drive comes from her grandfather, saying, "I probably got this desire for success from him." Donald Trump has praised her game, noting she has a zero handicap and calling her "fantastic" on the course.