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Donald Trump, known for his wealth and marriages, has a history of multiple prenuptial agreements with his spouses. His approach to these agreements has been a mix of strategic planning and contentious negotiations, resulting in varying outcomes for his ex-wives in terms of financial settlements.
- Ivana Trump: Donald and Ivana Trump’s marriage ended in 1990 due to Donald’s affair with Marla Maples. Despite having reportedly updated their prenuptial agreement four times during their marriage, their divorce proceedings turned into a highly publicized battle. Ivana initially sought a significant share of the Trump fortune, citing her contributions to the Trump businesses. However, the final settlement saw her receiving significantly less than her initial demands. Ivana settled for $14 million, the Connecticut home, a Trump Plaza apartment, Mar-A-Lago access, and $650,000 in annual child support payments for their children.
- Marla Maples: Donald Trump married Marla Maples in 1993, and their marriage ended in 1997, just before their fifth anniversary. The timing of their split, reportedly done intentionally, led to Maples receiving a smaller payout according to their prenuptial agreement. The agreement stipulated that if they divorced within the first five years, Maples would receive $1 million, along with an additional $1 million for purchasing a home. Child support for their daughter Tiffany was set at $100,000 annually, subject to conditions such as ending when Tiffany turned 21 or met certain milestones in her life. Despite Maples expressing disappointment, Donald Trump seemed satisfied with the amicable resolution.
Trump has reiterated his belief in the necessity of prenuptial agreements, stating that while they may be unpleasant, they provide clarity and protection in case a marriage doesn’t work out. His experiences with these agreements have been marked by legal disputes and contentious negotiations, shaping the financial settlements with his ex-wives.