Donald Trump Jr. quickly moved on from his breakup with former fiancée Kimberly Guilfoyle, making his relationship with Bettina Anderson public just one day after the news broke. The couple made their debut at Mar-a-Lago on December 11, where they were seen enjoying each other’s company in front of guests, including Don Jr.’s father, President-elect Donald Trump. The new couple, who appeared to be clearly infatuated with one another, mingled with the elite crowd at the exclusive Palm Beach club, where memberships cost a staggering $1 million.
Sources close to the situation described the pair as being “discreet” but still displaying affection in public. They were seen laughing and whispering to each other as they stood in the buffet line and later enjoyed a VIP area at Mar-a-Lago, which was roped off with velvet barriers. Don Jr. and Anderson looked stylish for the evening—he in a navy blazer and khaki slacks, while she wore an ensemble that attendees described as reminiscent of “a Palm Beach goddess from the ’50s.” After dinner, they indulged in mini-donuts with vanilla ice cream and chocolate sauce, with Don Jr. joking about his love for fried dough.
Anderson, 38, is a well-connected socialite and the daughter of banker Harry Loy Anderson Jr. and philanthropist Inger Anderson. Her background in high society made her a fitting companion for Don Jr., who had been dating her for a few months prior to the announcement of his breakup with Guilfoyle. Anderson was seen at a charity event earlier in the day, cementing her status in Florida’s elite circles.
Meanwhile, Guilfoyle, who had been engaged to Don Jr. for six years, is reportedly processing the breakup. She hasn’t publicly commented on his new relationship but continues to maintain a close relationship with Don Jr.’s father. On December 10, President Trump nominated her to be the next U.S. Ambassador to Greece, a role she accepted and expressed enthusiasm for on social media.
Though Don Jr. and Anderson’s relationship seems fresh, it’s clear they’re fitting into the high-society world they both move in. It remains to be seen how Guilfoyle will respond to her ex’s new romance, but given their long history and her recent political appointment, she seems focused on her next chapter.