Ivana Trump, the first wife of former President Donald Trump, passed away on July 14, 2022, at the age of 73. She was found unresponsive at the bottom of a staircase in her New York City home. The official cause of death was determined to be blunt impact injuries to her torso resulting from a fall. ([ABC News](https://abcnews.go.com/US/ivana-trump-wife-president-trump-dies-age/story?id=86834496%2F&utm_source=chatgpt.com))
In the period leading up to her death, Ivana had become increasingly reclusive, largely due to concerns over the COVID-19 pandemic. She limited her outings to nearby establishments and avoided social gatherings. Her friend, Nikki Haskell, noted that Ivana was particularly worried about contracting the virus, which led her to stay indoors and minimize contact with others. ([People.com](https://people.com/ivana-trump-death-preventable-friend-says-exclusive-7560997?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
Zach Erdem, a longtime friend and owner of the 75 Main restaurant in Southampton, described Ivana as “like an angel” who was always willing to help others, regardless of their background. He emphasized her generosity and caring nature. ([People.com](https://people.com/politics/ivana-trump-friend-says-she-was-like-an-angel/?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
In her final days, Ivana was preparing for her first overseas trip in years. She had plans to visit St. Tropez, a destination she loved. Unfortunately, she passed away just before her scheduled departure. ([NZ Herald](https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/ivana-trumps-final-days-friend-says-she-died-hours-before-her-first-holiday-in-years/P7HULU7K3SME3XHHRGKOD3SQKU/?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
Reflecting on her passing, friends expressed a sense of loss and the belief that her death might have been preventable. Nikki Haskell mentioned that she had urged Ivana to get live-in help, especially considering her health concerns, but Ivana had declined. Haskell lamented, “She could’ve been saved.” ([People.com](https://people.com/ivana-trump-death-preventable-friend-says-exclusive-7560997?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
Ivana Trump’s life was marked by her resilience, generosity, and the profound impact she had on those around her. Her sudden passing left a void in the lives of her family and friends, who remember her fondly.
– [The US Sun](https://www.the-sun.com/news/5791877/ivana-trump-donald-wife-death-cheating-marla-maples/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)
