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Kimberly Guilfoyle and Donald Trump Jr's Breakup: Amicable with Family's Affection
2024-12-12
In the recent days, a significant event has unfolded in the life of Donald Trump Jr. As PEOPLE has uncovered, his relationship with fiancée Kimberly Guilfoyle has come to an end. This comes after a series of events that began in 2018 when they were first linked during Don Jr.'s divorce from his then-estranged wife, Vanessa. Months later, they were confirmed to be dating and got engaged on Jan. 1, 2022, after three years together. However, despite the various rumors and developments, a source close to the Trump family has revealed that their split is amicable and not a contentious one.
Amicable Split: Insights and Dynamics
The insider adds that it's a friendly split between Kimberly and Don Jr. They had a long engagement that was in a holding pattern. The Trump family still holds a special place for Guilfoyle, referring to her as very intelligent, smart, and loyal. She had a close connection with the family even before she was with Don Jr. This connection remains strong.Even so, the source mentions that Guilfoyle can be challenging to deal with as she is very direct and matter-of-fact. A separate source close to the Trumps suggested that Don Jr. sees Florida socialite Bettina Anderson as an equivalent to Melania Trump. Don Jr. always wanted to impress his father, and someone like Bettina, a model in Waspy circles of Palm Beach, would do just that.While the confirmation of the breakup is new, another source told PEOPLE that Don Jr. and Anderson have been seeing each other for about six months. Trump's eldest child even took her on a trip to Alaska and introduced her as his girlfriend when he was still with Kim.This all came one day after Trump announced Guilfoyle's nomination for an ambassadorship in Greece. He praised her extensive experience and leadership, stating that she is perfectly suited to foster strong bilateral relations. Since then, a political insider has revealed that Bettina wants Kim out of the area and they are trying to send her abroad, waiting for the election to pass without the split getting in the way.Donald Trump Jr. and Kimberly Guilfoyle had a significant chapter in their lives together. Their story showcases the complexities and changes within the Trump family and their relationships.Donald Trump Jr. in 2019 and Bettina Anderson in 2023. Theo Wargo/Getty ; John Parra/Getty.Donald Trump and Kimberly Guilfoyle. Kimberly Guilfoyle Instagram.Donald Trump Jr. and Kimberly Guilfoyle in July 2024. Andrew Harnik/Getty.