It was meant to be a lighthearted post marking a major milestone. But when Kai Trump uploaded a clip to TikTok ahead of her 18th birthday, the internet responded with scrutiny, praise, and everything in between.
Kai Trump is drawing widespread attention after posting a video on TikTok celebrating her final night as a 17-year-old. In the clip, posted just hours before her 18th birthday, Kai shared a short clip with three of her friends dancing and lip-syncing the 2006 hit “Promiscuous” by Nelly Furtado and Timbaland.
A fan comment dated May 12, 2025 | Source: X/ClairvoyantBTC
For the special occasion, Kai dressed to impress. She rocked a black off-shoulder dress with white trim and black tights. She complemented the look with heeled ankle boots. Kai completed the outfit with small hoop earrings, a watch, and a cross necklace.
Kai Trump and her three friends lip-syncing to Nelly and Timbaland’s song “Promiscuous” while celebrating her birthday posted on May 12, 2025 | Source: TikTok/@thekaitrumpgolfer
Her friends also matched the theme. The three ladies wore black dresses as they lip-synced to the provocative lyrics while striking playful poses in front of the camera. In the video, Kai captioned, “Last day being 17,” followed by a teary-eyed emoji.
Kai Trump and her three friends lip-syncing to Nelly and Timbaland’s song “Promiscuous” while celebrating her birthday posted on May 12, 2025 | Source: TikTok/@thekaitrumpgolfer
As the camera rolled, the group swayed to the lines of the song. The video did not go unnoticed. Within hours, it became a lightning rod for debate across social media.
Kai Trump and her three friends lip-syncing to Nelly and Timbaland’s song “Promiscuous” while celebrating her birthday posted on May 12, 2025 | Source: TikTok/@thekaitrumpgolfer
Many viewers took issue with the choice of song. Its provocative lyrics, paired with the announcement of Kai turning 18, raised eyebrows. Critics called the timing and tone inappropriate.
One social media user on X remarked, “Cringe. Kai don’t sink to the levels of your peers. This is not giving the impression you think it is. Highly suggestive posting this song with an announcement of your turn of age. You have so much ahead of you! Don’t let the world turn you into average. Happy Birthday though.”
Another comment read, “They are kids trying to act cool. They all look very weird and stiff. It’s like they would like to move and dance to this song, but they don’t know how to. It is embarrassing. Kai shouldn’t be doing this. She belongs to a different class of women. This is not suitable for her.”
Others were more blunt. “Not a good look,” one person wrote. Another noted, “I watched this several dozen times, and yes, it is entirely inappropriate.”
A handful of viewers speculated how her family might respond. One person posted, “She’s cute but I think grandpa will have a talk with her. Decent, classy young ladies do not post things such as this.”
A photo of Kai Trump and her grandfather President Donald Trump posted on May 13, 2025 | Source: Instagram/kaitrumpgolfer
A fan comment dated May 12, 2025 | Source: X/MattClarkReport
Beyond the TikTok video, Kai offered more personal glimpses into her milestone day through other social platforms. On Instagram, she posted a birthday tribute to herself, featuring a series of photos.
The collection included throwback images from childhood, a heartfelt snapshot with her grandfather, and a close-up of her birthday cake—pink and festively decorated for the occasion.
The post painted a fuller picture of Kai’s celebration, blending nostalgia with a sense of transition into adulthood. “17, you taught me a lot about life. 18, I hope you teach me a lot more,” she captioned.
Over on TikTok, she followed up with another video. This one offered fans a peek into her birthday setup. At one point in the clip, two large balloons shaped like the number 18 appeared, marking the occasion in bright metallic tones.
The posts showcased both the public and private sides of Kai’s entry into adulthood — a moment shared not just with friends and family, but with millions online.
We previously reported that in February, Kai’s polished appearance drew a wave of positive reactions from netizens, with followers praising her poise and growing online influence. At the time, she shared photos on Facebook and Instagram, highlighting her golf game in San Diego, California.
A netizen’s comment on Kai Trump’s appearance at a golf course, posted on February 18, 2025 | Source: Instagram/kaitrumpgolfer
The photos captured different moments of her week there. In one shot, Kai walked across the rain-soaked golf course, dressed in a black puffer vest, dark pants, and a white cap. Despite the gloomy weather, she smiled as someone held an umbrella over her while a cameraman captured the moment.
Kai walks the rainy course, smiling as a cameraman captures the moment | Source: Facebook/Kai-Trump
Moving indoors, Kai posed inside a wooden locker next to Tiger Woods’ iconic golf bag, complete with his signature tiger headcover. Sitting cross-legged beneath a nameplate that read “Kai Trump,” she smiled in her blue long-sleeve top, white pants, and black cap, marking a special moment in the clubhouse.
Kai sits and smiles inside a wooden locker next to Tiger Woods’ golf bag | Source: Facebook/Kai-Trump
The photos also showed Kai in a workshop, where she’s seen carefully examining golf shafts from a drawer filled with various club components. Focused and hands-on, she inspects the equipment while a camera crew documents the process, highlighting her attention to detail.
Kai examines golf shafts, focused on the details as a camera crew documents the moment | Source: Facebook/Kai-Trump
Stepping back outside, Kai sat behind the wheel of a golf cart, looking relaxed and confident. She smiled at the camera, still in her blue top and white pants, with a coffee cup resting nearby — ready for another round despite the rainy weather.
Kai sits behind the wheel of a golf cart, dressed in a blue top and white pants, smiling with a coffee cup nearby | Source: Facebook/Kai-Trump
The day wrapped up with a group photo on the course, where Kai stood in the middle, surrounded by family and friends. Wearing her black puffer vest and white cap, she smiled alongside the group, embracing the moment under the overcast skies.
A netizen’s reaction to Kai Trump’s appearance with her mom, Vanessa Trump, at the golf course | Source: Instagram/kaitrumpgolfer
Fans didn’t hold back their admiration in the comments. “Sweetness of Kai is unmatched 😍” one follower wrote, while another added, “She has her grandpa’s swagger and confidence! So much class and such a beautiful young lady. ❤️”
A third chimed in, “On that golf course, you are Kai the most beautiful flower ❤️🌹.” A different user complimented Kai and her mother, Vanessa Trump, calling them “gorgeous.”
The post highlighted Kai’s style and drew widespread attention from her followers. But beyond her growing social media presence, Kai continues to make significant strides in her golfing career. At the time, she announced on TikTok that she had officially joined Team TaylorMade.
In the announcement video, Kai is seen mid-swing on a golf course, fully extending her follow-through as she drives the ball down the fairway. Dressed in a blue long-sleeve top, white pants, and a black cap, she stands on a neatly trimmed tee box, with a sand bunker and green visible in the distance under an overcast sky.
Kai Trump finishes her swing on the golf course, wearing a blue top, white pants, and a black cap on an overcast day | Source: Tiktok/thekaitrumpgolfer
The video also highlights a close-up of a TaylorMade sign at the course, displaying Kai’s name alongside the brand’s logo and “The Kingdom” inscription. Raindrops speckle the wooden-framed sign, with the blurred fairway and trees in the background, emphasizing the official nature of her partnership.
A TaylorMade sign featuring Kai Trump’s name stands against a blurred fairway, dotted with raindrops on its wooden frame | Source: Tiktok/thekaitrumpgolfer
TaylorMade, founded in 1979, has built a reputation for pushing the boundaries of golf innovation. Known for its groundbreaking metalwood driver, the company has become a trusted brand among top players like Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy, and Nelly Korda.
Kai’s passion for golf has been years in the making. Born in New York City, she moved to Jupiter, Florida, at 13 and currently attends The Benjamin School, where she is part of the Class of 2026. She has been playing golf for over 13 years and has steadily built her skills on and off the course.
As a member of her high school’s varsity golf team, Kai took on the role of team captain in just her second year, demonstrating her leadership and commitment to the sport.
Outside of golf, Kai stays actively involved in school life, participating in three clubs while balancing academic and athletic goals. Her dedication extends beyond personal achievements — she strives to be a positive role model and leader, inspiring others on and off the course.
Kai Trump watches before The Genesis Invitational 2025 at Torrey Pines Golf Course on February 12, 2025 | Source: Getty Images
This commitment has opened doors to new opportunities. Her partnership with TaylorMade perfectly aligns as she prepares for one of junior golf’s most prestigious events — the Junior Invitational at Sage Valley — set for March 19-22, 2025.
At time time, NBC reported that Kai would compete alongside Tiger’s son, Charlie Woods, in the exclusive, invitation-only tournament, which typically features 36 of the world’s top junior golfers.
Tiger and Charlie Woods walk to practice for the 2024 U.S. Open in Pinehurst, North Carolina, on June 10, 2024 | Source: Getty Images
This year, the field expanded to 37 to include Kai and Charlie, reflecting her growing profile in competitive golf despite her current ranking of No. 2,342 on the Junior Golf Scoreboard (JGS).
Kai’s long-term commitment to the sport was further solidified in August 2024 when she announced her verbal commitment to the University of Miami on TikTok.
In her post, she thanked her family, coaches, and friends for their constant support, with special mentions of her parents, Don and Vanessa Trump, and her grandfather, Donald Trump, for giving her access to top courses. “I am supper [sic] excited to be a cane and represent the University of Miami. Gooo Canes! 🧡💚,” she wrote.
With a major brand partnership, high-profile tournaments, and her college golf future set, Kai continues to shape her path in the golf world, steadily building her athletic career and public profile.
