Ivanka Trump Leaves Flirty Note in Eagles Locker Room
Ivanka Trump at the Capitol for the 58th Presidential Inauguration, 2017. Photo by U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Marianique Santos. Public domain.
In a plot twist worthy of a rom-com, Ivanka Trump just delivered the ultimate locker room surprise — leaving a handwritten note for her biggest NFL admirer. And the internet is not okay.
The moment went viral after the 41-year-old daughter of President Donald Trump toured the Philadelphia Eagles training facility with her son's flag football team and left a personal message in the locker of cornerback Eli Ricks — the very player who had boldly called her "beautiful" online weeks earlier, the Daily Mail reported.
When Politics and Pigskin Collide
This unlikely flirtation started back in April when the Eagles made their formal White House visit. It was supposed to be a quick round of photo ops and presidential handshakes — but for Ricks, the real star wasn't on the podium.
As cameras clicked in the West Wing, the 23-year-old couldn't help but post about his crush on X.
A week later, he doubled down. "After seeing her in person, Ivanka is exactly my type," he wrote according to Fox News, prompting everything from swooning fan replies to side-eye emojis.
Ivanka’s Unexpected Reply
Rather than ignore the attention, Ivanka played it cool — and made her next move offline.
During a private tour of the Eagles' facility, she walked into the locker room and left a handwritten note right inside Ricks' locker.
"Stopped by to say hi! Sorry to miss you! Go Birds!" the message read, as reported by the Daily Mail, scrawled on Trump Stationery — a wink to both the admirer and the moment that started it all.
And yes, she posted it to her own social media, showing off not just the note, but Ricks' locker decked out in Eagles gear. Subtle? Not even close.
Ricks Reacts — And the Internet Erupts
Naturally, it didn't take long for Ricks to respond. Just 12 minutes after Ivanka's post went live, he returned the favor — digitally.
The post ignited a firestorm of reactions — from fans cheering on the boldness to those wondering what Jared Kushner might think of all this.
And let's not forget: Ivanka has been married to Kushner since 2009. The couple shares three children — Arabella, 13, Joseph, 11, and Theodore, 9. It was Theo's flag football team that gave her the reason to tour the Eagles' facility in the first place.
Who Is Eli Ricks?
For those just tuning in, Ricks is no benchwarmer.
The 23-year-old cornerback joined the Eagles in 2023 as an undrafted free agent out of LSU and Alabama. By 2024, he had played in 23 games and notched 21 tackles and three pass breakups — a rising defensive name and now a viral headline-maker.
His tweets about Ivanka weren't subtle, but they weren't creepy either — they read more like the confident crush confessions of a Gen Z heartthrob who knew exactly what he was doing.
And clearly, it worked.
The Political Princess With a Playful Side
Ivanka may be known for polished speeches and policy initiatives, but moments like this offer rare glimpses of her lighter side — playful, cheeky, and in total control of the narrative.
Her visit wasn't just about football. She also shared videos of her son Theo playing catch on the Eagles' practice field and meeting NFL stars, including running back Saquon Barkley.
But the note? That was for one player only.
The Verdict? Flirtation or PR Gold?
Is this a love connection in the making? Probably not. But it's one heck of a crossover moment between sports, politics, and tabloid intrigue.
In a world where celebrity romance headlines often feel manufactured or staged, this one unfolded organically — a flirty tweet, a handwritten note, and a wine-glass emoji that sent fans spiraling.
Whether you're cheering for the Eagles or just love a good pop-culture twist, one thing's clear: Eli Ricks shot his shot — and Ivanka Trump shot right back.
References: Ivanka Trump's flirty note to Eagles star with crush on her | Ivanka Trump visits Eagles' locker room looking for player who called her 'beautiful'
