Bettina Anderson and Donald Trump Jr. have tied the knot before their upcoming celebration this weekend in the Bahamas, according to reports. Their marriage certificate, obtained by TMZ, confirms the couple wed on Thursday. Brad McPherson, a real estate attorney and longtime associate of the Trump family, officiated the quiet ceremony. The marriage license bore the signature of a Palm Beach County deputy clerk.
Graduate and Sorority Member
Bettina Anderson, 39, an Ivy League graduate, earned her degree in art history, criticism, and conservation from Columbia University. Her LinkedIn profile highlights her affiliation with Sigma Delta Tau, a sorority focused on empowering women to achieve their full potential.
Model and Influencer
Anderson has carved a niche for herself as a model and lifestyle influencer. She has fronted campaigns for Hamilton Jewelers and appeared on luxury lifestyle magazine covers, including Palm Beach Illustrated and Quest. She boasts over 144,000 Instagram followers and humorously describes herself as “just your typical stay-at-home mom … only I don’t do household chores … or have a husband … or have kids.”
Family and Early Life
Anderson has a twin sister, Kristina, who she cherishes and credits for her wonderful nephews and niece. Their father, Harry Loy Anderson Jr., was a prominent banker and educational advocate, instrumental in the founding of Palm Beach Day Academy. He passed away in 2013 after battling Alzheimer’s. Their mother, Inger Anderson, has been active in several advocacy groups, including the YMCA and Urban Youth Impact.
Nonprofit Leadership
Anderson co-founded The Paradise Fund, now known as Paradise.ngo, with her family. The nonprofit focuses on environmental and disaster relief efforts. As executive director, she leads initiatives like the Project Paradise Film Fund, offering grants for films about Florida’s endangered ecosystems.
Relationship Timeline
The couple began attracting public attention in September 2024 after being seen together in Palm Beach. In 2025, Donald Trump Jr. proposed, and their engagement was publicly celebrated during a White House holiday event. Previously, Trump Jr. was married to Vanessa Trump, with whom he shares five children.
Wedding Attendance
Former President Donald Trump announced he will not attend the wedding due to governmental obligations. He expressed his desire to be there for his son and his new daughter-in-law, emphasizing his devotion to the United States.