Meet the 6 Men That Dated Ivanka Trump Before Jared Kushner (4 of 4)

6. Justin Murdock

Justin Murdock was an heir to the Dole fruit empire, a background that placed him firmly among the business elite. He and Ivanka were reportedly together in 2006, but the relationship was short-lived and ended quickly. In 2013, Murdock resigned from Dole following internal issues related to misleading the company’s board about financial matters. In 2019, he was accused by an unnamed model of sexual assault, an allegation that drew significant media attention. More recently, in 2022, reports emerged of an incident involving physical violence toward a much younger partner. Taken together, these events have contributed to a highly controversial public image in the years since their brief relationship.

BONUS: Jared Kushner

What began as a private courtship between two heirs to influential families evolved into a partnership that would later play out on a global stage. Their union blended wealth, politics, religion, and image management, creating a carefully curated brand built on loyalty, discretion, and strategic alignment. As a couple, they projected calm, unity, and polish—often contrasting sharply with the turbulence surrounding the Trump presidency.

Behind the composed exterior, their relationship has been shaped by immense pressure: religious conversion, media fascination, political backlash, and the challenge of balancing personal life with unprecedented access to power. Ivanka and Jared operated not just as spouses but as collaborators navigating elite circles, high-stakes decisions, and relentless public judgment. Admirers view them as disciplined and devoted; critics see calculation and insulation from consequence.