Melania Trump

Melania Trump, born Melanija Knavs on April 26, 1970, in Novo Mesto, Slovenia, is a Slovenian-American former model and the wife of Donald J. Trump, the 45th and 47th President of the United States. She became the first foreign-born First Lady since Louisa Adams and the first naturalized U.S. citizen to hold the position. Trump and Knavs married in 2005, and their son, Barron, was born in 2006.

As First Lady, Melania Trump launched the "Be Best" initiative, focusing on children's well-being, anti-cyberbullying, and opioid abuse prevention. She has also been involved in various philanthropic efforts, including serving as the Honorary Chairwoman of the Martha Graham Dance Company in 2005 and being awarded Goodwill Ambassador by the American Red Cross, a role she served for four years.

Reflecting on her life and values, Melania Trump has shared several insights. She stated, "I have been with Donald for 18 years, and I have been aware of his love for this country since we first met. He never had a hidden agenda when it comes to his patriotism because, like me, he loves this country so much." Additionally, she emphasized the importance of authenticity and self-care, saying, "My mother was the epitome of elegance. She often emphasized that self-care was essential not only to a person’s well-being but also to being able to effectively care for others."