Donald Trump Attends Football Game Accompanied by Grandchildren Few Have Seen

The College Football Playoff National Championship was expected to center on the game itself, but an unexpected image from January 19, 2026, drew wider attention. At Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, President Donald Trump was seen in a rare personal role—as a grandfather.

While fans focused on Indiana versus Miami, a behind-the-scenes moment showed Trump walking through the stadium holding hands with his grandchildren, Luke and Carolina. The photo, shared by Lara Trump, offered a glimpse few Americans had seen.

In the image, Trump’s familiar tough public image softened. His grandchildren wore matching orange jackets and socks in support of the Miami Hurricanes, with Lara captioning the post in a lighthearted, game-day tone.

Inside the stadium, Trump watched from a private suite surrounded by family. Ivanka Trump attended with her child, alongside Vanessa Trump and her daughter Kai Trump, a University of Miami college golfer, adding to the family’s visible Hurricanes support.

This wasn’t the only recent moment highlighting Trump’s family life. In July 2025, he spent time golfing with his grandchildren at Trump Turnberry in Scotland, where photos showed him smiling warmly with the kids.

Online reactions noted his relaxed demeanor and praised the joy of seeing him with his grandchildren. Some commenters remarked on his energy, while others focused on the universal happiness of family bonds.

The Scotland trip also included business and diplomacy, such as promoting a new golf course and meeting UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Still, it was Trump’s quiet moments with his grandchildren that resonated most with the public.