In a statement shared on social media, Vanessa expressed that the news came as a surprise and was not something she expected to share publicly. She confirmed that she is currently working closely with her medical team to begin and manage treatment.

“I have been diagnosed with breast cancer. These are not the kind of news anyone expects to hear, but I am working closely with my team to get the best care possible,” she said in her message.

Vanessa Trump was married to Donald Trump Jr. in November 2005, and the couple later divorced in 2018 after more than a decade together. They share five children.

The announcement has drawn attention online, with many expressing support and encouragement for her recovery journey.

Donald Trump has not yet made a public detailed statement regarding the diagnosis at the time of reporting.