Turhan Mildon is a 29-year-old Turkish businessman serving as CEO of Miller Holding and vice chairman of Çorum FK. He is set to marry Alina Habba, former personal attorney and adviser to President Donald Trump, on September 26, 2026, in New York.
Who Is Turhan Mildon?
Turhan Mildon is a third-generation member of the family behind Miller Holding, a Turkish conglomerate founded by his grandfather in 1967. The company operates across construction, energy, mining, and international investment.
As CEO, Mildon has focused heavily on international project development, particularly in Africa and emerging markets. He also serves as vice chairman of Çorum FK, a Turkish football club that recently promoted to the Süper Lig.
Despite his business prominence, Mildon has deliberately maintained a low public profile in Turkey. He told Middle East Eye he avoided attention because his companies “did not deal directly with consumers and therefore did not require him to maintain a public profile”.
What Is Turhan Mildon’s Business Background?
Mildon’s business interests extend well beyond Turkey’s borders, with significant operations in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Venezuela.
Major Projects in Congo
Since 2021, Mildon’s company Milvest has secured construction contracts worth approximately $1 billion in Congo. Key projects include:
- Kinshasa Financial Centre — described as the largest in Africa, completed in December 2023 after 21 months of construction
- The Arena — set to become Africa’s largest indoor sports facility when finished
- A drone base in Kisangani — a contract reportedly worth $67 million, completed in 2026
Mildon has acknowledged that some projects faced scrutiny. Regarding the Kinshasa Financial Centre and the Arena, local reports alleged mismanagement of funds by former Congolese Finance Minister Nicolas Kazadi. Mildon stated that neither he nor his company had received any formal inquiry, and Kazadi has denied wrongdoing.
On the Arena project, Milvest was accused of improperly obtaining import exemptions for construction materials. Mildon said the dispute delayed the project by eight months and caused millions in losses, while denying any wrongdoing.
Expansion into Venezuela
After Congo, Mildon turned his attention to Venezuela. He said lawyers advised him to avoid sectors like oil, rare minerals, and chemicals due to US sanctions. He ultimately chose cement, operating through his company Vancement.
Turhan Mildon’s Previous Marriages and Relationships
Before his relationship with Habba, Mildon had a notable personal life in Turkey’s elite circles.
Marriage to Betül Gürsoy (2021–2024)
Mildon married Betül Gürsoy in 2021. She is the daughter of the late Abdurrahman Gürsoy, whose company Gürsoy Group built Istanbul’s Çamlıca Mosque—a major project personally commissioned by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.
The couple divorced in late 2024 (some Turkish reports indicate the divorce was finalized in January 2025). They had no children.
Relationship with Venezuelan Admiral’s Daughter
Following his divorce, Mildon dated the daughter of Admiral Remigio Ceballos, a close ally of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. Ceballos currently serves as Venezuela’s ambassador to China.
How Did Turhan Mildon and Alina Habba Meet?
Mildon confirmed to Middle East Eye that he and Habba met through a mutual friend who served as an ambassador in the United States. Other reports indicate they first met at an event at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C., where Mildon was a donor.
The couple was first spotted together publicly in April 2026 at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, and later at a Fourth of July celebration at the Executive Branch, a private club in Washington.
The Wedding: What We Know
The wedding is scheduled for Saturday, September 26, 2026, in New York. Reports suggest President Trump may attend, given Habba’s close ties to his administration.
Security at the ceremony is expected to be extremely tight, with a guest list reportedly including Trump administration members and foreign heads of state.
The Engagement Ring and Gifts
Habba has been seen wearing a massive diamond engagement ring believed to be at least 23 carats. Reports also indicate Mildon has gifted her multiple Hermès Birkin bags, including a pink ostrich leather version valued at approximately $30,000.
Addressing the Speculation
Given Habba’s prominent political connections and Mildon’s business ties to governments in Congo and Venezuela, some observers speculated the marriage carried political motivations.
Mildon addressed this directly: “This marriage has no political motivation”.
What Is Turhan Mildon’s Net Worth?
Multiple media outlets, including the Daily Mail and Daily Beast, have described Mildon as a “billionaire”. However, no independently verified net worth figure exists for Mildon as of September 2026.
Miller Holding’s official website identifies him as CEO but does not publish an estimate of his personal fortune. His wealth is primarily tied to his family’s conglomerate and the contracts secured by its subsidiaries.
Who Is Alina Habba?
For context, Alina Habba, 42, is a New Jersey attorney who served as personal lawyer to Donald Trump from 2021 to 2024. During Trump’s second term, she held roles as a White House adviser and was appointed interim U.S. Attorney for the District of New Jersey in March 2025, though her appointment was later ruled unlawful.
This will be Habba’s third marriage. She was previously married to attorney Matthew Eyet (2011–2019), with whom she shares two children, and Gregg Reuben (2020–2026).
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