Melania Trump: Former First Lady of the United States

Her Early Life in Slovenia

Melania Trump, née Melanija Knavs, was born on April 26, 1970 in Novo Mesto, Yugoslavia, now part of Slovenia. At the time, Slovenia was still part of communist-ruled Yugoslavia. Melania grew up in the town of Sevnica in Slovenia.

Her Modeling Career

Melania began her modeling career at a young age, walking the runways of Milan and Paris. She became a successful international model, appearing in magazine covers and advertisements for major brands.

Her Marriage to Donald Trump

In 2005, Melania met Donald Trump at a party in New York City. They married in 2005 and had one son, Barron William Trump. Melania became a naturalized U.S. citizen in 2006.

Her Role as First Lady

When Donald Trump was elected President of the United States in 2016, Melania became the First Lady of the United States. She used her platform to advocate for children's welfare and anti-bullying initiatives.