A recent charity gala in support of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital became a poignant family affair, marked by a deeply personal tribute. Ivanka Trump was photographed at the event wearing a sparkling, fringed mini-dress that once belonged to her late mother, Ivana Trump.
The occasion celebrated the 20th anniversary of a foundation associated with her brother, Eric Trump, which has reportedly raised tens of millions of dollars for the hospital. In a social media post reflecting on the evening, Ivanka Trump described the milestone as a testament to her brother’s commitment and shared that she felt her mother’s presence strongly.
“I felt her especially close, wearing a dress that once belonged to her,” she wrote, adding that her mother would have been proud of the charitable work. She emphasized that legacy is defined not only by achievements but by the love that is carried forward.
The gala saw a united front from the Trump siblings, with Ivanka posing alongside her brothers, Eric and Donald Trump Jr., and their respective partners. Attendees and online commentators noted the emotional weight of her sartorial choice, with many expressing that the gesture was a beautiful way to honor a parent’s memory. Observers described the moment as a class act and a radiant homage.
The evening focused on philanthropy and family, highlighting a continued dedication to a cause supported for two decades.