A Grandfather in the Spotlight
The College Football Playoff National Championship was meant to be all about football. Yet one image from January 19, 2026, at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida, captured far more than the game. It revealed President Donald Trump in a rare, intimate moment—as a grandfather.
Fans watched Indiana face off against Miami, but backstage, Trump shared a private moment with his grandchildren, Luke and Carolina. The photograph, posted by Lara Trump, showed him holding their hands while walking through the stadium—a sight few Americans have ever seen.
A Softer Side of Trump
In the photo, Trump’s stern public persona melted away. The kids wore matching orange jackets and socks supporting the University of Miami Hurricanes. Lara added a playful caption: “Walking into the game like 🏈.”
Inside the stadium, Trump stood in a private suite with family, including Ivanka Trump and her child, and Vanessa Trump, Donald Jr.’s former wife, with their daughter Kai Trump. Kai, a college golfer for Miami, added another layer to the family’s visible support for the Hurricanes.
Golfing with the Grandkids
In July 2025, Donald Trump visited Trump Turnberry in Scotland with his grandchildren. A photo captured him smiling warmly alongside the kids in matching jackets and beanies, with a scenic lighthouse in the background. Donald Jr. captioned the post: “Amazing couple of days…grateful to make these incredible memories with my little Smurfs.”
Fans again noticed a different side of the president. Comments praised his warmth and energy, with some noting a slimmer, more youthful appearance. Others simply celebrated the family moment: “Nothing makes you happier than your grandkids!”
A Scottish Break with Family
The visit highlighted Trump’s family-focused side while also promoting his new golf course in Balmedie, Scotland. He cut the ribbon with sons Eric and Donald Jr., calling the project “unbelievable” and a “labor of love.”
During the trip, Trump even met with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and discussed broader topics like a U.S.–EU trade deal. Still, it was the quiet, personal moments with his grandchildren that left the strongest impression online.
