Donald Trump Jr. and socialite Bettina Anderson were spotted openly displaying affection at the lavish amfAR gala in Palm Beach, held at billionaire Ken Griffin’s oceanfront estate. Sources reported that the couple discreetly kissed, held hands, and danced under the watchful eyes of other attendees. Whispers among guests suggested that former President Donald Trump approves of the blossoming relationship.
Trump Jr.’s New Romance Unfolds Amid Star-Studded Gala and Heightened Security Presence
Their public display comes after months of speculation. In December, Trump Jr. and Anderson were photographed holding hands, even though the public still believed he was engaged to Kimberly Guilfoyle. Reports later confirmed that Trump Jr. had ended his engagement with Guilfoyle, who subsequently accepted a post as the U.S. ambassador to Greece. This timeline hints that Trump Jr. and Anderson’s relationship had been quietly developing behind the scenes.
Donald Trump Jr. and Bettina AndersonThe glamorous gala was packed with high-profile names like Julia Koch, Tony Robbins, Dennis Basso, Bob Mackie, and Sarah Wetenhall. Security at the event was noticeable but discreet, partly due to the luxurious jewelry on loan from Graff for the evening. Trump Jr. and Anderson appeared to have their own security detail, although some speculated that the guards could have been assigned to Martha Stewart, who was sitting nearby, adorned in Graff jewels.
Ricky Martin Performs, Stewart Honored, and Controversial Figures Mingle at Glamorous After-Party
Entertainment included a performance by Ricky Martin, and Martha Stewart was honored with the Award of Inspiration, presented by Tommy and Dee Hilfiger. Stewart’s auction item—a private tour of her Bedford Farm estate—was the highest seller, fetching $120,000. Steve and Andrea Wynn also received the Philanthropic Leadership Award during the evening, and the event successfully raised $3.8 million for amfAR’s HIV/AIDS research initiatives.
Following the gala, guests moved to the exclusive Carriage House for the after-party. Notably, director Brett Ratner, who had faced serious misconduct allegations and was largely sidelined by Hollywood, was seen mingling at the event. Ratner is currently working on a documentary about First Lady Melania Trump for Amazon. Despite his controversial past, his presence signaled the complex social dynamics at play in elite circles.