Donald Trump Jr.’s girlfriend, Bettina Anderson, addressed social media this weekend to counter a New York Magazine profile that negatively portrayed the president’s son.
The article, part of a larger piece titled “How Donald Trump Jr. Brought Elon Musk Into MAGA,” quoted a Palm Beach, Florida insider who was critical of Anderson’s choice, stating that Trump Jr. “is the most despised member of the family; he’s an asshole, a spoiled heir.”
Anderson, 38, reacted on her Instagram story, writing “That’s my guy” beside a screenshot of the article. She added, “DEFINTELY an ‘insider’ VERY familiar with @donaldtrumpjr,” accompanied by laughing emojis, indicating skepticism towards the description.
Continuing on social media, Anderson called the unnamed sources “cowards” for their anonymity and shared a quote: “Rumors are started by haters, spread by fools, and accepted by idiots.”
In a further post, Anderson praised Trump Jr. as “the finest, loveliest, tenderest, and most beautiful and brilliant person I have ever known,” countering the magazine’s depiction.
Trump Jr. also addressed the article on Instagram. “Don’t get me wrong, I can totally be an ahole when I need to be… if you’re adversarial to my friends, my family, my country, MAGA, etc.,” he wrote. “But I think you’d be hard-pressed to find a regular person who actually knows me who thinks that.”
He also challenged the anonymous source, urging them to “man up” and reveal their identity instead of remaining unnamed.
The couple began dating in late 2024 and became a media focal point following Trump Jr.’s breakup with former fiancée, Kimberly Guilfoyle. Their relationship became public in December, just before Trump Jr. confirmed his engagement to Guilfoyle had ended.
Reports indicate that Trump Jr. and Anderson had been seeing each other for several months before his official split from Guilfoyle. Trump Jr. introduced Anderson as his girlfriend during a trip to Alaska while still engaged to Guilfoyle.
The split between Trump Jr. and Guilfoyle was reportedly amicable. Trump Jr. commended Guilfoyle’s work and her role in his father’s political efforts. He noted her continued involvement as the U.S. ambassador to Greece, a position she was appointed to by President Donald Trump after his 2024 election win.
Sources describe Trump Jr. as “smitten” with Anderson, with one insider telling Us Magazine they are “super cute and happy together.” The source also mentioned ongoing issues between Trump Jr. and Guilfoyle, including public arguments at Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach, Florida.
The New York Magazine profile that stirred the controversy extends beyond Trump Jr.’s personal life. The comprehensive article examines his transition from what some considered a “failson” to a significant political figure within the Trump family and the MAGA movement.
The piece highlights Trump Jr.’s role in connecting his father with major Silicon Valley players like Elon Musk and Peter Thiel. It also notes his alliances with political figures such as Tulsi Gabbard and J.D. Vance, as well as his involvement in business ventures, including a cryptocurrency project with his father.
The article further explores Trump Jr.’s involvement in the January 6th events at the U.S. Capitol and his rise in conservative political circles. It depicts him as having notable influence, including persuading Elon Musk to develop a social media platform aligned with MAGA interests.
Meanwhile, Guilfoyle intends to maintain a relationship with Trump Jr. despite their separation. Sources cited by the Economic Times emphasize their shared history, mutual friends, and continued involvement in the Trump political movement.
After the initial reactions to the New York Magazine article, Trump Jr. and Anderson resumed their regular social media activities. Anderson recently shared a quote from Donatella Versace about elegance, while Trump Jr. continues to promote his father’s presidency as the “golden age of America.”
