Golfing legend Tiger Woods hosted a spectacular red-themed gala on Wednesday night, marking his milestone 50th birthday and three decades of his charitable TGR Foundation. The exclusive event, held at the opulent Breakers Hotel in Palm Beach, Florida, saw Woods accompanied by his girlfriend, Vanessa Trump, and featured a private performance by rock icon Jon Bon Jovi.
A Star-Studded and Heavily Guarded Affair
The celebration, titled "RED: Celebrating Legacy," drew an intimate crowd of 300 VIP guests. Security was exceptionally tight, with a noticeable presence of local police, state officers, and Secret Service agents patrolling the hotel corridors and vigilantly monitoring access to the main ballroom. To ensure complete privacy, the ballroom's normally stunning ocean-view windows were entirely blacked out.
Tiger Woods, who turned 50 in December, chose a classic tuxedo accented with a red tie and pocket square, nodding to his famous final-round tournament attire. Vanessa Trump, 47, made a striking entrance in a sleek black dress paired with red high heels and a gold clutch bag. The couple, who began dating in November 2024 after meeting through their children's school, mingled with guests during cocktails before a special meeting with the night's musical guest.
Bon Jovi's Acoustic Set and a Thematic Feast
The evening's highlight was an acoustic performance by Jon Bon Jovi. The rock legend, who owns a multi-million dollar mansion in the exclusive Palm Beach area, performed a setlist that included hits like "Livin' on a Prayer" and "It's My Life." He emotionally thanked the audience, noting his long-standing support for Woods' charitable efforts and revealing it was his first public performance in some time.
In keeping with the theme, all guests incorporated red into their outfits. The menu was a direct homage to Woods' five Masters Tournament victories, featuring a spread of dishes from his past Champions Dinners. Guests enjoyed a mix of sushi, porterhouse steaks, crab cakes, cheeseburgers, fajitas, and milkshakes.
Celebrating Legacy and New Beginnings
The party served a dual purpose: celebrating Woods' personal milestone and promoting the work of the TGR Foundation. Established in 1996, the non-profit is dedicated to empowering underserved youth through educational programs focused on STEM, college readiness, and wellness.
The guest list included Vanessa's daughter, Kai Trump, a college golfer. Sources indicate that both Vanessa's ex-husband, Donald Trump Jr., and former President Donald Trump have given their approval to her relationship with Woods. The couple reportedly spends most of their time at Woods' expansive $80 million Jupiter Island compound in Hobe Sound, Florida, a property featuring two modern mansions, multiple pools, tennis courts, and three golf greens.
Woods shares two children, Sam and Charlie, with ex-wife Elin Nordegren. His relationship with Vanessa Trump, who was married to Donald Trump Jr. from 2005 until their 2018 split, represents a new chapter for the golf icon, blending their prominent families in the spotlight of Palm Beach's elite social scene.
