Kai Trump, granddaughter of President Donald Trump, has revealed that her celebrity crush has shifted from "Outer Banks" star Drew Starkey to actor Theo James. In an interview with Fox News Digital on July 18, 2026, the 19-year-old explained that her taste has evolved since she first named Starkey as her crush in 2024.

"I think Theo James now, yeah, Theo James, I would say, so it's changed," Kai said. She added, "I mean, like, I still like him [Starkey], but it's just changed a little."

When asked why James has taken the top spot, Kai gushed over his looks. Kai also shared that many celebrities have praised her YouTube channel, which has 1.5 million subscribers and offers a behind-the-scenes look at her life as a competitive golfer, college student, and member of the Trump family.

Kai recounted a memorable encounter at the Masters golf tournament, where an unnamed celebrity encouraged her to "just continue being yourself and just kind of block out the haters and just keep on being you."

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