Donald Trump Jr, the eldest son of US President Donald Trump, is set to marry Palm Beach socialite Bettina Anderson this weekend on a secluded private island in the Bahamas, according to sources familiar with the arrangements.
The ceremony is expected to be highly private, with fewer than 50 guests invited, as the couple moves to keep the event away from media attention and public scrutiny.
President Donald Trump is not expected to attend the wedding, despite previously indicating he might try to make it. Sources cited scheduling conflicts and ongoing domestic and international responsibilities, includingmatters involving Iran, as key factors behind the likely absence.
The wedding is being held on a remote island in the Bahamas specifically chosen for privacy and exclusivity, according toCNN. Access will be tightly restricted to invited guests only, with immediate family and close friends making up the guest list, according to people familiar with the plans.
Trump Jr's siblings are expected to attend, though wider family participation is likely to be limited due to the small-scale nature of the event. Guests are expected to travel privately to the island, with arrangements designed to minimise disruption and avoid public attention.
President Donald Trump addressed the upcoming wedding during remarks at the Oval Office, saying he remained uncertain about attending due to competing responsibilities.
He pointed to ongoing international and domestic issues, including tensions involving Iran, as factors influencing his schedule. He also noted that any decision would likely draw criticism.
'That's one I can't win on. If I do attend, I get killed. If I don't attend, I get killed,' he said, adding that he would like to be present but may be prevented by timing constraints.
Sources said Trump was long expected not to attend, citing both scheduling pressures and the couple's preference for a low-profile ceremony.
The decision to host the wedding on a secluded island reflects a broader effort to ensure privacy and reduce logistical and security challenges. Sources said the couple intentionally opted for a small guest list to avoid the complexities that often come with events involving the Trump family.
Source: International Business Times UK
