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Donald Trump Jr. and Bettina Anderson are married. Here’s a timeline of their relationship.

Bettina Anderson and Donald Trump Jr.
Bettina Anderson and Donald Trump Jr. are married.
  • Donald Trump Jr. married Bettina Anderson, a Palm Beach model and socialite, on May 24.
  • Trump Jr. was previously engaged to Kimberly Guilfoyle and married to Vanessa Trump.
  • Anderson and Trump Jr. were first linked in September 2024 and attended the inauguration together.

Donald Trump Jr. and Bettina Anderson are married.

The couple tied the knot on a private island in the Bahamas over Memorial Day weekend.

Trump Jr., 48, and Anderson, 39, made their public debut as a couple at President Donald Trump’s inauguration following months of speculation about the nature of their relationship.

Since going public in January 2025, Trump Jr. and Anderson have appeared together at numerous White House events and Palm Beach galas.

Trump Jr., who is Trump’s oldest son, was previously married to Vanessa Trump, with whom he has five children, but they divorced in 2018. In 2020, he got engaged to Kimberly Guilfoyle, a former Fox News host and campaign advisor whom Trump appointed as his administration’s ambassador to Greece, but they broke up in 2024.

Anderson, a Palm Beach socialite, model, and the founder and executive director of the wildlife conservation nonprofit Project Paradise, was first spotted in the Trump family’s orbit at the Republican National Convention in July 2024.

Trump announced his son’s engagement to Anderson at a White House holiday party in December.

Representatives for the White House, Trump Jr., Guilfoyle, and Anderson did not respond to a request for comment from Business Insider.

Here’s a timeline of their relationship.

July 2024: Bettina Anderson was seated behind Donald Trump Jr. and Kimberly Guilfoyle at the Republican National Convention.
Bettina Anderson, wearing a red pantsuit, was seated behind Donald Trump Jr. and Kimberly Guilfoyle at the Republican National Convention.
Bettina Anderson, wearing a red pantsuit, was seated behind Donald Trump Jr. and Kimberly Guilfoyle at the Republican National Convention.

Anderson was photographed sitting behind Trump Jr., Guilfoyle, and other members of the Trump family on the third and fourth days of the Republican National Convention.

Guilfoyle was still wearing her engagement ring.

September 2024: The Daily Mail reported that Anderson and Trump Jr. were seen kissing and eating brunch together in Palm Beach.
Bettina Anderson.
PALM BEACH, FLORIDA – MARCH 29: Bettina Anderson attends the Ballet Brilliance and Beauty Luncheon: Kamie Lightburn hosts a luncheon in honor of “Young America Grand Prix” at the Carriage House on March 29, 2023 in Palm Beach, Florida.

Anderson and Trump Jr. were photographed dining together at the Honor Bar, a restaurant located about 4 miles from Mar-a-Lago, The Daily Mail reported.

Neither responded to a request for comment at the time about the nature of their relationship.

October 2024: Anderson cohosted a Trump campaign fundraiser at Mar-a-Lago featuring Tulsi Gabbard, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., and Vivek Ramaswamy.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. takes a selfie at Mar-a-Lago.
PALM BEACH, FLORIDA – NOVEMBER 14: Robert F. Kennedy Jr. takes a selfie with guests at the America First Policy Institute Gala held at Mar-a-Lago on November 14, 2024 in Palm Beach, Florida. President-elect Donald Trump has been announcing a number of nominees for his upcoming administration, including Kennedy, who has been tapped as Health and Human Services secretary, according to published reports.

Tickets to the fundraising dinner cost $100,000 a couple, and admission to a fireside chat cost $30,000 a couple, the Palm Beach Daily News reported. Serving on the host committee of the event required a $250,000 contribution.

December 2024: Anderson and Trump Jr. were photographed holding hands in Palm Beach.
Donald Trump Jr. and Bettina Anderson at a dinner for Donald Trump's inauguration.
WASHINGTON, DC – JANUARY 19: Donald Trump Jr. and Bettina Anderson attend a candlelight dinner for U.S. President-elect Donald Trump at the National Building Museum on January 19, 2025 in Washington, DC. Trump will be sworn in as the 47th U.S. president on January 20.

Anderson and Trump Jr. were photographed holding hands as they left Buccan, a restaurant in Palm Beach, on Anderson’s 38th birthday, The Daily Mail reported.

Anderson also shared a photo on her Instagram story of a bouquet of flowers and a card reading, “Many have said you’re aging out but I think you’re perfect…happy birthday!” She tagged Trump Jr. in the post, suggesting he was the sender.

Later that month, Anderson joined Trump Jr. at the Trump family’s New Year’s Eve party at Mar-a-Lago.

December 2024: Trump Jr. told Page Six that he and Guilfoyle “will never stop caring for each other.”
Kimberly Guilfoyle and Donald Trump Jr. watch Donald Trump speak at a Trump rally in Florida.
Hialeah, FL – November 8 : Donald Trump, Jr. and Kimberly Guilfoyle listen as former President Donald Trump speaks at a campaign rally on Wednesday, Nov. 08, 2023, in Hialeah, FL.

While Trump Jr. did not officially confirm that he and Guilfoyle had broken off their engagement, he said in a statement to Page Six that they “will always keep a special bond” and that he “could not be more proud of her and the important role she’ll continue to play in my father’s administration” as ambassador to Greece.

January 2025: Anderson and Trump Jr. attended inauguration events together, marking their public debut as a couple.
Donald Trump Jr. and Bettina Anderson with other Trump family members.
(L-R) Tiffany Trump, her husband Michael Boulos, Bettina Anderson and Donald Trump Jr. walk inside after watching fireworks at Trump National Golf Club Washington DC in Sterling, Virginia, on January 18, 2025.

Anderson and Trump Jr. attended an inaugural reception at Trump National Golf Club in Washington, DC, on January 18. On January 19, they held hands and danced to “YMCA” by The Village People at the Turning Point USA Inaugural-Eve Ball.

Anderson and Trump Jr. traveled to the Capitol Rotunda together on Inauguration Day but sat separately for the ceremony. Trump Jr. sat with his family members on the inaugural platform, while Anderson took her seat in the crowd.

Guilfoyle was also seated in the audience for the inauguration, but not with the Trump family as she had been at the RNC.

February 2025: They attended the Super Bowl together.
Donald Trump Jr. and Bettina Anderson at a Super Bowl event.
Donald Trump Jr., Bettina Anderson at Michael Rubin’s Fanatics Super Bowl Party at The Sugar Mill on February 08, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana.

President Trump was the first sitting president to ever attend the Super Bowl. He was joined by Trump Jr., Anderson, and other family members and associates to watch the Philadelphia Eagles defeat the Kansas City Chiefs at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans.

March 2025: Trump Jr. and Anderson engaged in public displays of affection at Trump’s address to a joint session of Congress.
Bettina Anderson and Donald Trump Jr. at Donald Trump's address to a joint session of Congress.
Donald Trump Jr. (R) sits with Bettina Anderson ahead of US President Donald Trump’s address to a joint session of Congress in the House Chamber of the US Capitol in Washington, DC, on March 4, 2025.

Trump Jr. and Anderson were photographed cuddling in their seats in the House chamber before Trump’s speech began.

March 2025: The couple walked the red carpet together at a gala in Palm Beach.
Donald Trump Jr. and Bettina Anderson at a Palm Beach gala.
PALM BEACH, FLORIDA – MARCH 15: (L-R) Donald Trump Jr. and Bettina Anderson attend amfAR Palm Beach Gala on March 15, 2025 in Palm Beach, Florida.

Trump Jr. and Anderson attended the mfAR Palm Beach Gala in support of the organization’s AIDS research and global HIV prevention.

Other celebrities in attendance included Martha Stewart, who received mfAR’s Award of Inspiration, Tommy Hilfiger, and Ricky Martin.

The gala was held days after People magazine reported that Trump Jr.’s ex-wife, Vanessa Trump, was dating Tiger Woods.

April 2025: Anderson and Trump Jr. attended the White House Easter Egg Roll.
Donald Trump Jr. and Bettina Anderson arrive to attend the annual Easter Egg Roll at the White House.
Donald Trump Jr. and Bettina Anderson arrive to attend the annual Easter Egg Roll on the South Lawn of the White House on April 21, 2025, in Washington, DC. According to the US National Park Service, the egg roll tradition dates back to 1878 when President Rutherford B. Hayes invited children to roll Easter eggs on the White House grounds. Children previously rolled eggs down a hill at the US Capitol in the early 1870s, but a law was passed in 1876 forbidding the Capitol property from being used due to the toll on the lawn.

That same month, they also attended a golf event at Trump National Doral, Trump’s golf resort in Doral, Florida.

June 2025: They appeared together at another official White House event, the US Army’s 250th anniversary military parade.
Donald Trump Jr. and Bettina Anderson at the US Army's 250th anniversary parade.
Donald Trump Jr. (L), son of the US president, and Michael Boulos (top R) attend the Army 250th Anniversary Parade in Washington, DC on June 14, 2025. Trump’s long-held dream of a parade will come true as nearly 7,000 troops plus dozens of tanks and helicopters rumble through the capital in an event officially marking the 250th anniversary of the US army.

Trump Jr. and Anderson were seated in front of Tiffany Trump and Michael Boulos for the military parade in Washington, DC, which featured 6,600 troops, 150 vehicles, and over 50 aircraft.

July 2025: Anderson joined Trump Jr. and two of his children on Trump’s visit to Scotland.
Spencer Trump, Chloe Trump, Donald Trump Jr., Bettina Anderson, Lara Trump, and Eric Trump in Scotland.
BALMEDIE,SCOTLAND – JULY 29: Lara Trump and Eric Trump (front) and Donald Trump Jr. with partner Bettina Anderson and family arrive at the ribbon-cutting ceremony at a new 18-hole course opening at Trump International Golf links resort on July 29, 2025 in Balmedie, Scotland. U.S. President Donald Trump is visiting his Trump Turnberry golf course, as well as Trump International Golf Links in Aberdeenshire, during a brief visit to Scotland from July 25 to 29.

Trump Jr. and Anderson joined Eric and Lara Trump at Trump Turnberry, one of Trump’s golf clubs in Scotland, for the announcement of a new trade deal between the US and the European Union.

They were then joined by two of Trump Jr.’s children, Spencer and Chloe, at the ribbon-cutting ceremony for a new golf course at Trump International Golf Links.

December 2025: Trump announced the couple’s engagement at a White House holiday party.
Bettina Anderson and Donald Trump Jr. at the White House Rose Garden.
WASHINGTON, DC – OCTOBER 14: Donald Trump Jr. (R) sits with his girlfriend Bettina Anderson prior to a Presidential Medal of Freedom ceremony in the Rose Garden of the White House on October 14, 2025 in Washington, DC. Today marks the National Day of Remembrance for Charlie Kirk who was shot and killed on September 10th at Utah Valley University.

Around the same time that Page Six broke the news of Trump Jr. and Anderson’s engagement, Trump announced that the two were engaged and called them up to the White House podium to say a few words.

In a video from the event shared by far-right activist Laura Loomer, Trump Jr. thanked Anderson “for that one word, yes.”

Anderson could be seen in the video wearing a diamond ring.

“This has really been the most unforgettable weekend of my life, and I get to marry the love of my life, and I feel just like the luckiest girl in the world,” Anderson said at the holiday party, according to the video.

May 2026: Trump Jr. and Anderson held their wedding in the Bahamas over Memorial Day weekend.
Donald Trump Jr. and Bettina Anderson.
(L/R) Donald Trump Jr. and his fiancee Bettina Anderson arrive to attend the wedding of Dan Scavino, White House Deputy Chief of Staff, and Erin Elmore, the Department of State Director of Art in Embassies, at Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach, Florida, February 1, 2026.

Trump Jr. and Anderson obtained a Florida marriage license and legally wed on May 21, days ahead of their ceremony on a private island in the Bahamas on May 24, TMZ was the first to report.

Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner, Eric Trump and Lara Trump, and Tiffany Trump and Michael Buolos were in attendance in the Bahamas, their social media posts showed.

Trump wrote in a Truth Social post that he was unable to attend the wedding.

“While I very much wanted to be with my son, Don Jr., and the newest member of the Trump Family, his soon to be wife, Bettina, circumstances pertaining to Government, and my love for the United States of America, do not allow me to do so,” the president wrote. “I feel it is important for me to remain in Washington, D.C., at the White House during this important period of time. Congratulations to Don and Bettina!”

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What smart people are saying about Pope Leo’s letter on AI

Pope Leo XIV.
Pope Leo XIV.
  • Pope Leo XIV shared his first encyclical, or a letter to the church, on Monday.
  • He wrote about AI-related issues, from monopolies to employment concerns.
  • Tech leaders, politicians, and journalists are now speaking out in response.

Big names in tech, politics, and more are responding to the pope’s lengthy letter about AI.

Pope Leo XIV released his first encyclical, or a letter to the church about a relevant social issue, on Monday. His writing spans 245 paragraphs and covers AI-related monopolies, employment concerns, ethics, and more.

He titled the letter: “Magnifica humanitas: on safeguarding the human person in the time of artificial intelligence.”

Now, a wide range of people are sharing their thoughts on his stance. Here’s what they’re saying.

David Sacks
David Sacks
David Sacks, former White House AI czar, expressed some skepticism over Anthropic’s mythos warnings.

Tech investor and former White House AI czar David Sacks wrote on X that the pope is right to say that AI should be a tool that helps humans, not one that leads to “domination or exclusion.”

Still, he asked, “If we hand governments sweeping power over AI development in the name of safety, how do we prevent it from being used to censor, surveil, and control citizens — as Orwell foretold in 1984?”

“This is the real alignment problem,” he added. “The oldest questions of human nature and authority don’t disappear in the AI age. They become newly relevant.”

Blake Scholl
Blake Scholl.
Blake Scholl.

Blake Scholl, the founder and CEO of Boom Technology, a company developing a supersonic airliner, disagreed with the pope.

On X, he wrote: “Bad take from the Pope. Tech revolutions tend to eliminate some jobs while creating others. If we cling onto jobs, we’d still be plowing fields by hand out of fear of disruption.”

Yoshua Bengio
Yoshua Bengio.
Yoshua Bengio.

Yoshua Bengio, a professor, AI researcher, and Canadian computer scientist, wrote on X that he agrees with the pope’s sentiments.

“The Vatican and other global institutions can and must play a role in the global dialogue on AI to raise public awareness and mobilize society for the challenges ahead,” Bengio said.

Tanishq Mathew Abraham

Tanishq Mathew Abraham, a biomedical engineer and the founder of the medical AI research center, MedARC, responded to the pope’s encyclical on X.

He highlighted that Pope Leo XIV doesn’t view AI as “inherently evil,” but still acknowledges that technology is “never neutral.”

“Glad to see a nuanced, well-thought-out take on AI from the Catholic Church,” Abraham wrote.

Sen. Chris Murphy
Sen. Chris Murphy from Connecticut.
Sen. Chris Murphy from Connecticut.

Pope Leo XIV made it clear in his letter that he believes AI shouldn’t be monopolized by tech leaders.

Chris Murphy, a Connecticut senator, said on X that the pope’s stance is “really important.”

“AI threatens to undermine the basic building blocks of humanity as it seeks to replace our most basic functions, like creativity, friendship, and critical thinking,” he added.

Gerald Leo Posner

Gerald Leo Posner, an author and investigative reporter, dubbed the pope’s encyclical “Jesus AI,” or “what it would look like if the Pope, instead of Elon Musk, had created Grok.”

On X, he wrote: “I appreciate this historical moment for the Vatican trying to set some guardrails for AI and Silicon Valley. However, from all my reporting, tech is likely to rush past the generalized safety suggestions set out in this massive encyclical.”

Brian Burch
Brian Burch.
Brian Burch.

Brian Burch is the current ambassador of the US Embassy to the Holy See. He attended the pope’s “Magnifica Humanitas” presentation on Monday.

Later, on X, the Embassy’s official account shared Burch’s perspective, beginning with a note that the Vatican leadership “contributes meaningfully” to the broader AI conversation.

“The United States shares the Holy See’s commitment to ensuring AI serves humanity and upholds fundamental values,” Burch said. “The Trump Administration believes that American leadership in AI innovation is essential to our national security and economic prosperity of our people. Our approach prioritizes pro-innovation policies enabling the private sector to develop transformative AI technologies that benefit people worldwide.”

He also said that the US aims to use American AI technology to create systems that “reflect democratic values rather than authoritarian control.”

Christopher Hale

Christopher Hale, a democratic politician, took to X after Pope Leo XIV shared his writings.

“A lot of folks in the media severely underestimated how much of an immediate bang Pope Leo XIV’s encyclical on AI would have,” Hale wrote.

He also applauded Anthropic cofounder Chris Olah’s remarks, calling them “refreshing,” and said that the Catholic Church “has a lot of global main character energy this morning, even among those who declared the Church dead and irrelevant not too long ago.”

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I didn’t want to work in my family’s warehouse business. After 14 years, I can’t imagine leaving.

Ryan Saltzman headshot
Ryan Saltzman works in his family’s business
  • Ryan Saltzman is the only one of his four siblings to work in the family business.
  • He worked hard to earn his employees’ respect and learn how to work with his dad.
  • The 100-year legacy of the business motivates him to keep it going, he says.

This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Ryan Saltzman, vice president of Banner Wholesale Grocers. It has been edited for length and clarity.

When I was a junior in college, I didn’t have a clear idea of what I wanted to do for a career. Then, my dad called.

I’d grow up watching my dad and grandfather work hard at Banner Wholesale Groceries, the company that my great-grandfather founded. That day on the phone, my dad explained that he had recently bought out my cousins’ share of the business. Banner was doing well, but not phenomenal, and my dad wanted me to help grow the company.

Saying yes wasn’t the easiest decision. All of my friends were getting fun, creative jobs or working in downtown high rises. Our business was based in a warehouse in an industrial part of Chicago. And yet, my dad had asked for my help. I couldn’t say no.

The first few years had a steep learning curve

The first few years were definitely difficult. Coming to work and having your dad be your boss has a different dynamic than reporting to someone you’re not related to. With my dad, work always comes first when we’re at Banner.

Saltzman family posing for photo
Ryan Saltzman is the only one of his siblings working for the family company.

None of my three siblings works for the business, but they’re still involved. Some of them have worked here in the past, before amicably moving on to something else. They attend all the company and community events we host, because the business is important to our whole family.

I took time to really understand all facets of the business

When I started working here, I wanted to gain the respect of the employees, even coming in as the young son of the owner. I did that by working in every part of the business from the ground up. We’ve had tremendous employee loyalty, so I wanted to show them I understood their jobs.

I knew I couldn’t just come and take over. I had to put in the work to really understand the business at a deeper level.

As a company owner, there was pressure to be the face of the business. I had to be mindful of keeping work at work, and my life outside the company, outside. I wanted to be a leader of employee teams, but I wasn’t very familiar with employees. Striking that balance was sometimes tough.

I’ve been intentional about building a life outside work

In part because of that, I made sure to do things that I enjoy outside the business. I didn’t want work to become my whole identity, so I made sure to play basketball and travel.

That helped bring balance to my relationship with my dad, too. We both love the Chicago Bulls, and he’s a season ticket holder. When we go to a Bulls game, we don’t talk about work — we just enjoy basketball and each other’s company.

If you let work become your life, you’ll drive yourself crazy. I’ve been intentional about making sure that my sense of self and my relationships with family aren’t all centered on the business.

I appreciate the impact the business has had over 100 years

My dad has been working at Banner for 57 years. When I joined the company 14 years ago, it was hard to imagine spending that much time in one job. Now, I can’t see myself doing anything else.

I’m always focused on the bigger picture: how important the business is to my family and to our 110 employees. Working here has made me appreciate my family and what the company has given us. The business not only keeps us connected, but it helps provide for my parents, siblings, and — hopefully, one day — my kids.

This is our 100th year in business. I love thinking about the impact the business has had over that time: on my family, our employees, and our customers. I’ve built relationships with customers who have been buying from Banner for decades. That makes coming into the warehouse on a cold Chicago morning a lot easier.

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I visited the ‘Hawaii of the Atlantic,’ an island chain only 5 hours from Boston. It felt like an unspoiled paradise.

The Azores in Portugal
The Azores are an archipelago of nine volcanic islands in the North Atlantic.
  • I recently visited the Azores for the first time and was astounded by how untouched they felt.
  • Located in the North Atlantic Ocean, the archipelago is only a five-hour flight from Boston.
  • The islands are an adventurer’s paradise, with endless hiking trails and outdoor activities.

The trip I took to the Azores — an archipelago in the North Atlantic Ocean, less than 1,000 miles from mainland Portugal — had been a long time coming.

The nine islands span approximately 370 miles and operate as an autonomous region of the European country. My boyfriend’s family is from São Miguel, the largest one, so the Azores have been on our “must-visit” list for some time.

After learning that their beaches, lush landscapes, and unique flora and fauna have earned them a nickname as the “Hawaii of the Atlantic,” I knew I had to go.

Even as the Azores have experienced an uptick in visitors since the pandemic, the two islands we visited, São Miguel and Flores, felt unspoiled. At multiple moments of our 10-day trip in March, my boyfriend and I felt like the only people for miles.

One of the best parts about the Azores is how accessible they are from Boston and New York.
Caloura Resort on São Miguel in the Azores
The Caloura Resort is one of the accommodations on São Miguel.

Reaching the Azores is surprisingly easy from the US.

There’s a five-hour flight from Boston and a six-hour flight from New York City direct to São Miguel. I was arriving from Lisbon, so I took a two-and-a-half-hour direct flight to the island.

We spent six days on São Miguel before flying to the more remote, westernmost island of Flores, where we stayed for four days.

I recommend visiting during the shoulder months to get better deals and avoid crowds.
Lily Voss on a hike in the Azores, sitting with cats in her lap
I didn’t have to deal with any crowds during my March trip.

The most popular time to visit the Azores is the summer, specifically between June and September. Accommodations and rentals regularly sell out during this period, so it’s best to book in advance.

I recommend planning a trip during the shoulder seasons, either between March and May or September and December, for lower accommodation rates and less tourist congestion — two things I prioritize when I travel.

When we went in March, some restaurants were still closed for the offseason, and we had to deal with more rain than we likely would’ve in summer. However, those blips were worth it for the cost savings and lack of crowds.

Stopping at lookout points in our rental car turned out to be one of my favorite activities.
View from a miradouro on Flores in the Azores
The views from miradouros on Flores were some of the trip highlights.

My boyfriend and I flew between São Miguel and Flores, but once we were on each island, we got around by rental car. I highly recommend adventurous tourists do the same.

Although the main towns are walkable and we could’ve relied on buses, tours, or taxis, having our own car gave us so much freedom to explore.

Driving throughout the islands was one of my favorite activities because of the countless miradouros, Portuguese for “viewpoints,” where we stopped to take in remarkable coastal views.

Scattered throughout the islands, some of the miradouros only have room for one or two cars to pull off onto the side of a cliff. Others were more conducive to gathering, with picnic tables and grills.

My favorite one was São Miguel’s Miradouro da Ponta do Sossego, which has a garden filled with perfectly manicured hedges and vibrant flowers and looks out to the North Atlantic. Cats greeted me upon arrival, and every vantage point (even the restroom) had an unbelievable view.

As someone who loves the outdoors, the islands were a prime travel destination.
Lily in front of a wall of waterfalls on Flores in Azores
We didn’t see any other hikers when we arrived at the waterfalls on Flores.

We had no shortage of hiking trails to explore on São Miguel and Flores. During our trip, we hiked along dramatic coastlines, to hidden waterfalls, through historic villages, past fields of cows and horses, and around serene lakes.

Most of the trails were well-marked, but a few sections lacked clear footpaths, so we had to forge our own. Although both islands have year-round residents, we rarely saw anyone else on our hikes. So when we reached the trail’s destination, whether it was a waterfall or beach, we had it all to ourselves.

We loved the Salto do Cagarrão and Salto do Prego waterfall trails on São Miguel and also did a portion of the PR02 FLO route on Flores.

Even for those who don’t hike, the Azores are an outdoor paradise. Visitors can soak in geothermal pools, ride ATVs, go canyoning, or spend time whale watching.

On a rainy morning in Furnas, a town on São Miguel, we visited the natural hot springs and soaked in the mineral-rich, 102.2-degree water underneath cool raindrops.

My time in the Azores made me appreciate a slower pace and natural beauty.
view of the coast from Flores, Azores
We stopped to enjoy the views from miradouros on Flores.

I felt a sense of calm and a deep connection to the world around me while in the Azores, and I deeply admired the residents’ slow-paced lifestyle, strong sense of community, and commitment to protecting the environment.

Thrill-seekers, ecotourists, or those simply seeking a nature-filled escape will find what they’re looking for there.

However, it’s essential that they remain mindful of the locals and environment, preserving the islands’ natural wonder. Even though the government proactively protects the islands through strategies such as the Sustainability Charter of the Azores, a voluntary initiative that encourages organizations to adopt eco-friendly practices, visitors should still do their part.

My boyfriend and I hope to return soon and explore the other islands. Until then, I’ll feel saudade, a Portuguese word for a deep sense of longing and nostalgia, for the islands and the peace I felt there.

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Everything Taylor Swift has worn this year, ranked from worst to best

Taylor Swift
Taylor Swift at the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards.
  • Taylor Swift has been busy the past few months, attending award shows, sporting events, and more.
  • Her signature style has been on display at every occasion.
  • Swift’s best looks have been simple and elegant. Her worst was too corporate.

Taylor Swift is back.

No, she hasn’t announced her 13th studio album or another massive world tour. She’s simply stepped back into the spotlight after a few quiet months away.

Since March, the music icon has been photographed at award shows, walking around New York City, and sitting courtside at an NBA playoff game — usually with her fiancé Travis Kelce in tow.

Naturally, she’s worn statement outfits for each occasion. Designer jackets, expensive jewelry, and luxury handbags remain her signatures.

Some of her recent looks are the epitome of her effortless street style, while others haven’t made much sense. Here’s how we’d rank what she’s worn this year, from her worst ensemble to her best.

Taylor Swift brought back peplum tops in May, but she probably shouldn’t have.
Taylor Swift in New York City on May 14.
Taylor Swift in New York City on May 14.

She was photographed in New York City wearing a $1,190 white button-up blouse from Stella McCartney, $1,350 The Row trousers, sandals from the same brand, and a black leather belt.

The bottom half of the outfit was chic, but her top looked too formal, making the outfit feel corporate.

It couldn’t be saved by Swift’s $4,500 Fendi bag or her Cartier Santos Demoiselle watch.

She chose elevated basics for an NBA playoff game, though they weren’t super memorable.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce at a 2026 Knicks and Cavaliers game.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce at a 2026 Knicks and Cavaliers game.

Swift and Kelce were sitting courtside when the Knicks played the Cavaliers in the NBA Eastern Conference Finals.

Both wore denim outfits for the game, though Swift’s look was undoubtedly more flashy. She paired $790 Stella McCartney jeans with a black denim jacket and a chain-embellished tank top from the designer.

Swift also sported a Dior purse, Stella McCartney sandals, and an assortment of gold jewelry — including her massive engagement ring.

The outfit was cute, but also simple and a little forgettable.

The musician accepted 7 iHeartRadio awards in a green corseted minidress.
Taylor Swift at the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards.
Taylor Swift at the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards.

Wiederhoft designed the ensemble, which was sleeveless and decorated with silver sparkles.

Swift wore it with $36,000 Dena Kemp earrings and Jimmy Choo sandals. The assortment of rings and bracelets she donned also retail for a total of $36,000.

Swift looked pretty, and her outfit was solid. It wasn’t her best look of the year, but it was far from her worst.

Swift’s street style reemerged in April, and it was strong from the start.
Taylor Swift in New York City on April 27.
Taylor Swift in New York City on April 27.

On one New York City outing, Swift paired a striped Staud dress in blue and white with $1,195 Christian Louboutin sandals and a mini Lady Dior bag in yellow.

The outfit was fun and perfect for summer. The mix of diamond and opal jewelry she wore with it only added to the look.

Her date-night style this year has been feminine and flowing.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce in New York City on May 15.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce in New York City on May 15.

Just look at the floral Doen dress she wore for a night out with Kelce in May. The off-the-shoulder design had puffed sleeves, a semi-sheer skirt, and a ruffled neckline.

The dress was cute on its own, but looked even better with Swift’s choice of accessories: $920 Aquazzura sandals, gold jewelry, and a small raffia bag.

Swift proved that you can’t go wrong with a classic black-and-white outfit.
Taylor Swift in New York City on May 12.
Taylor Swift in New York City on May 12.

A different night in New York City, Swift was photographed wearing a white Retrofête minidress. The simple garment had a high neckline, long sleeves, and a short pleated skirt.

On its own, the dress might not have stood out on Swift. However, she accessorized to perfection.

She contrasted the garment with a slouchy Dior purse in black, slingback heels from Gucci, and a ponytail.

Even as a wedding guest, Swift sparkled.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce in New York City on May 16.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce in New York City on May 16.

Swift and Kelce attended a wedding in New York City this month and were photographed outside the event.

While Kelce sported a black Essentials suit with subtle pinstripes, Swift glowed beside him in a shimmering Maria Lucia Hohan gown.

The sleeveless design had waist cutouts, all-over ruching, and thin straps.

It looked stunning on Swift, who wore it with gold Aquazzura sandals and opal jewelry that previously belonged to Elizabeth Taylor (whom Swift name-checked on her latest album).

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Read 47 pitch decks that creator-economy startups used to raise millions of dollars

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Flick, an AI filmmaking startup, included a YouTube sizzle reel in its seed round pitch deck.
  • The creator economy has captivated notable VCs’ attention and checks.
  • Some creator-focused startups are raising millions of dollars.
  • Here are the pitch decks that 47 startups used in Series A, seed, and pre-seed rounds.

The creator economy has bred a generation of startups — from influencer-marketing companies to new social-media experiences.

These startups have captured the attention and wallets of influential venture capitalists and angel investors over the last several years, giving rise to many unicorn valuations in the space.

Meet 17 creator-economy startups to watch in 2026, according to VCs

AI is continuing to fuel investor interest in the creator economy. For instance, Hedra, a generative AI startup used by some creators to make viral content, announced a $32 million Series A led by A16z in 2025.

These 13 creator economy startups pulled in about $2 billion in funding in 2025

Other categories, such as social commerce, are also top areas of interest for investors. ShopMy, which previously shared its Series A pitch deck with Business Insider, raised another $147 million in 2025 and was valued at $1.5 billion.

Creators themselves, like Emma Chamberlain and MrBeast, are also raising venture capital for their businesses.

See the leaked pitch deck Chamberlain Coffee used

So, how do creator-economy startups land those investments? Often, it starts with a pitch deck. 

Lumanu, a creator-focused financial startup, uses a simple pitch deck that’s more of a “conversation guider,” its cofounder and CEO, Tony Tran, told Business Insider.

“My pitch is always why, what, how, and why now?” Tran said. (Read the full pitch deck here.)

Every startup has a different approach.

Some even ditch the pitch deck altogether and opt for an email or Notion document.

Check out 16 VC firms investing in creator economy startups

We talked with founders who’ve pitched their startups to investors about their process. They broke down the pitch decks they used to secure millions of dollars in funding.

Read the pitch decks that helped 47 creator-focused startups fundraise millions of dollars:

Note: Pitch decks are sorted by investment stage and size of round.

Series A

Seed

Pre-Seed

Other

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