She is the co-founder and Board Chair of the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation, established in 1999 to accelerate opportunities for families globally.
Her career also includes designing fashion labels, such as the luxury brand Phi, and serving on President George W. Bush’s Council for Physical Fitness and Sports. She was inducted into the Texas Women’s Hall of Fame in 2019 for her humanitarian efforts.
In October 2026, Susan Dell gained widespread viral attention after appearing alongside President Donald Trump in the Oval Office to promote Trump Accounts, a child investment program to which she and her husband pledged $6.25 billion.
Her appearance sparked intense online debate and speculation regarding her physical appearance, overshadowing the philanthropic announcement for many social media users.
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Despite the attention regarding her physical appearance, a pledge of $6.25 billion for children is pretty impressive.







