According to Yahoo, the absence of a celebrity’s wedding or engagement ring often sparks rampant speculation about the state of their relationship, leading to widespread assumptions of trouble in paradise. This phenomenon has recently been exemplified by the case of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry, where such assumptions turned out to be far from the truth, with Meghan simply getting her ring repaired. Instances of celebrities stepping out without their rings are not uncommon, but one particular case that has perplexed many is that of Ivanka Trump, who has often been spotted without her wedding ring.
The rumblings surrounding Ivanka Trump’s ring-wearing habits date back to as early as 2009, a mere week following her wedding to Jared Kushner. During an appearance on the television show “The View,” the show’s hosts, including Barbara Walters, Elisabeth Hasselbeck, Whoopi Goldberg, Joy Behar, and Sherri Shepherd, voiced their confusion about Ivanka’s lack of a wedding ring.
Responding to the speculation with a touch of humor, Ivanka explained, “I knew you’d call me on that. I was engaged for three months and then I’ve been married around eight days, so it’s sitting on my bedside table. I forget about the hardware.”
Since that time, Ivanka Trump has been frequently photographed without her ring on various occasions, ranging from Republican conventions to casual family gatherings, as documented by DailyMail. This consistent occurrence has prompted questions about whether it’s a matter of personal preference or if, indeed, not much has changed since her earlier explanation, implying that she frequently leaves the ring on her nightstand.
Going back to 2005, the relationship between Ivanka and Kushner began after they were introduced through mutual friends. Their romance had its ups and downs, including a brief breakup, before culminating in their wedding on October 25, 2009. The engagement ring itself, a meticulously designed 5.22-carat cushion-cut diamond ring, was a product of Kushner’s thoughtful consideration and is estimated to be valued at around $500,000, according to Express.
