In a raw, heartfelt moment that’s sending ripples through the golf community, Tiger Woods just confessed on his Instagram Live – mere minutes ago – that he’s deeply in love with girlfriend Vanessa Trump and envisions a future together. “I want to marry her. She’s the one who makes me feel whole again,” the 49-year-old legend said, voice cracking with emotion.
The surprise broadcast, kicking off at 8:45 PM ET from his Florida home, started as a casual chat about his Hero World Challenge but pivoted to personal revelation. Woods, eyes misty, shared: “After everything – the crashes, the comebacks – Vanessa’s my rock. We’ve blended families, healed old wounds. I want forever with her.”
Fans flooded the live with heart emojis and tears, as the clip exploded to 1.2 million views in 25 minutes. #TigerWantsToMarry trended instantly, blending shock with joy for the 15-time major winner who’s been private about romance since his 2010 divorce from Elin Nordegren.
Woods and Vanessa, 47 – ex-wife of Donald Trump Jr. – went public in March 2025 with loved-up photos captioned “Love is in the air.” Their bond, sparked in late 2024 through shared parenting (her kids Kai, Donald III, Tristan, Spencer, Chloe; his Sam and Charlie attend the same school), has deepened quietly amid Woods’ TGL ventures and her modeling comeback.
This confession comes post his mother’s passing earlier this year, with Woods crediting Vanessa for support during grief. “She’s seen my lowest – the surgeries, the doubts – and still chooses me every day,” he added, choking up as viewers pledged $500K to his foundation in real-time.
The golf world reacted swiftly. Rory McIlroy: “Tiger, if anyone’s earned happiness, it’s you. Congrats, mate ❤️.” Scottie Scheffler: “Legend on and off the course. Rooting for you both.” Even ex-rival Phil Mickelson chimed: “Beautiful. Life’s majors aren’t just green jackets.”
Vanessa, a New York native and mother of five, has blended seamlessly into Woods’ orbit – attending Charlie’s Junior PGA events and Kai’s LPGA debut last week, where she beamed with pride. Sources say wedding whispers started after a family Bahamas trip in October, but tonight’s words make it official intent.
At 82 majors and counting, Woods’ personal life has mirrored his career: triumphs, scandals, redemptions. Post-2009 infidelity fallout, he’s dated Lindsey Vonn (2013-2017) and Erica Herman (2017-2023), but Vanessa – with her poise amid Trump family drama – feels “endgame,” per insiders.
The announcement, timed post-DP World Tour Championship, hints at stability amid Woods’ Achilles recovery. “Marriage? When the time’s right – but yeah, I see it,” he teased, flashing a grin that echoed his 1997 Masters smile.
Social media lit up: Memes of Tiger “driving” toward the altar, fan art of a Woods-Trump fairytale. Chelsea Clinton even liked the post: “Wishing you joy, Tiger.”
As confetti rains virtually, one truth shines: Golf’s GOAT isn’t chasing birdies anymore – he’s chasing forever. Vanessa, if you’re reading: The world’s teed up for your yes.
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