Ivana Trump, first wife of former president, dies at 73

The couple had three children together and divorced in 1992 after 15 years of marriage. The Czech-born businesswoman and former model has held several positions in Trump family businesses, including as a former vice president of interior design for the Trump Organization. His construction and design work has covered the Trump Tower, the Trump Plaza Hotel and Casino in Atlantic City, and the Grand Hyatt Hotel.

« She was a wonderful, beautiful and incredible woman who led a wonderful and inspiring life, » Donald Trump said in his message. “His pride and joy were his three children, Donald Jr., Ivanka and Eric. She was so proud of them, like we were all so proud of her. Rest in peace, Ivana!

Meridith McGraw contributed to this report.