Ivanka Trump Reflects on Mother Ivana's Life and Death

Ivanka Trump opens up about grief and coping after her mother's passing.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 9:35pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a shimmering, sequined fabric in high-contrast studio lighting, conceptually representing the glamour and emotion of celebrity culture.Ivanka Trump's candid reflections on the passing of her mother Ivana shed light on the personal grief experienced by public figures.Manhattan Today

In a candid new interview, Ivanka Trump became emotional while discussing the death of her mother, Ivana Trump, in 2022. Ivanka shared her grief and how she coped by initially avoiding the pain, but later turned to therapy, especially as her mother's death coincided with her husband Jared Kushner undergoing a second cancer surgery.

Why it matters

Ivanka Trump's personal reflections on the loss of her mother provide a glimpse into the private grieving process of a high-profile public figure, highlighting the universal human experience of dealing with the death of a loved one.

The details

Ivanka said she still tears up talking about her mom, especially knowing her own children never got to really know their grandmother. Ivana Trump was found unconscious at the bottom of the stairs in her Manhattan home in July 2022. Ivanka also became emotional discussing her 98-year-old grandmother and sharing more memories of her mother.

  • Ivana Trump passed away in July 2022.
  • Ivanka Trump's interview was published on April 9, 2026.

The players

Ivanka Trump

The daughter of former President Donald Trump and the late Ivana Trump, Ivanka is a businesswoman, author, and former senior advisor to her father's administration.

Ivana Trump

Ivanka's mother, a businesswoman, fashion designer, and author who was the first wife of Donald Trump.

Jared Kushner

Ivanka Trump's husband, a businessman and former senior advisor to the Trump administration.

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The takeaway

Ivanka Trump's emotional reflections on the loss of her mother Ivana highlight the universal human experience of grief and the importance of seeking support during difficult times, even for high-profile public figures.