Ivana Trump, the first wife of former President Donald Trump and mother of his oldest children, has died in New York City aged 73, her family announced Thursday.
Ivana was a skier-turned-businesswoman who formed half of a publicity power couple that gained immense popularity in the 80s.
President Trump confirmed the death via w message on his social media app, revealing that she died at her Manhattan home.
“She was a wonderful, beautiful, and amazing woman, who led a great and inspirational life,” he wrote on Truth Social. The couple shared three children, Donald Jr., Ivanka and Eric.
“She was so proud of them, as we were all so proud of her,” he wrote. “Rest In Peace, Ivana!”
Media reports said police are investigating the death, with some speculating that she may have fallen down the stairs.
People familiar with the matter were quoted as saying that they believe her death was accidental.
