Vanessa Trump, US President Donald Trump's former daughter-in-law and the ex wife of his son Donald Trump Jr, on Wednesday said she has been diagnosed with breast cancer.

The mother of five said, “While this isn’t news anyone expects, I’m working closely with my medical team on a treatment plan,” she said on Instagram.

Vanessa said she underwent a medical procedure earlier this week and asked for privacy as she focuses on her health and recovery.

“I am staying focused and hopeful while surrounded by the love and support of my family, my kids, and those closest to me. Thank you for your kindness and support it truly means more than I can express,” she said.

Commenting on her Instagram, President Trump's daughter Ivanka Trump wrote, "Post Praying for your continued strength and a swift recovery. "

Kai Trump, Vanessa's daughter and the president's granddaughter, took to her Instagram Stories and shared a picture with her mother, writing "Strongest person I know, Love you." 

Kai Trump recently made headlines when she said that half of the world dislike her due to her last name.

Speaking on Logan Paul’s “Impaulsive” podcast recently, the 18-year-old social media personality, said, “I mean, 50% of the world doesn't like me because of my last name, but like, they don't actually know me. So like, I'm hoping if people actually give me a shot and not look at the last name, then I won’t have any ops,” she said.