“It is a sad time for Catholics around the world,” one source tells PEOPLE, noting that the first lady will “make the most” of her 55th birthday after properly mourning the late pontiff
Melania Trump will kick off her 55th birthday in Rome as she attends Pope Francis’ funeral.
The first lady and her husband, President Donald Trump, will be present at the late pontiff’s funeral on Saturday, April 26, which coincides with Melania’s birthday.