Donald Trump’s first wife Ivana Trump has died at the age of 73.
On Thursday, multiple outlets reported that the Czech-born television personality and businessman had died of cardiac arrest in her New York City apartment.
Trump gained widespread recognition around the world in 1977 after she married businessman, real estate mogul and former President Donald Trump. The two have three children together, including Donald Trump Jr., Ivanka Trump, and Eric Trump.
Their relationship was covered extensively in the ’80s, especially when it was revealed that her then-husband had a high-profile affair with model Marla Maples, whom he later married in 1993.
During her marriage to Donald Trump, she held several key executive roles in his famous Trump Organization. Following their highly publicized divorce in 1992, Ivana Trump began several professional endeavors of her own, including her own line of clothing, jewelry and beauty products, all sold on QVC London and the Home Shopping Network.
Ivana and Donald Trump at the CFDA Awards, 1988.
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After the news of his death, Donald Trump posted on social media.
He wrote, “I am deeply saddened to inform everyone who loved her, many of whom are, Ivana Trump, has passed away at her home in New York City.” “She was a wonderful, beautiful and wonderful woman who led a great and inspirational life. Her three children, Donald Jr., Ivanka and Eric were her pride and joy. She was so proud of them, because we all had so much to her.” Was proud. Rest in peace, Ivana!”
His son, Eric, also uploaded a carousel of photos of himself with his mother to his official Instagram account, including an old family photo from when his parents were still married.
He wrote in the accompanying caption, “It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Ivana Trump.” “Our mother was an incredible woman – a force in business, a world-class athlete, a radiant beauty, and a caring mother and friend. Ivana Trump was a survivor. She fled communism and embraced this country. She raised her children.” Taught her about patience and toughness, compassion and determination. She will miss her mother, her three children and ten grandchildren.”
Trump’s marriage to Donald Trump, who later became the 45th President of the United States, was his second marriage. He later married and divorced twice.
Originally published at Pen 18
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