Second Foreign-Born First LadyShe is the second First Lady in U.S. history born outside the country, after Louisa Adams (wife of John Quincy Adams). Birth Name and OriginMelania was born as Melanija Knavs in Slovenia on April 26, 1970. She Speaks 5 LanguagesShe is fluent in Slovenian, English, French, Serbian, and German.
Lavish Wedding to Donald TrumpIn 2005, she married Donald Trump wearing a $200,000 custom Dior gown. Successful Modeling CareerShe began modeling in Slovenia and moved to New York in 1996 to work internationally. Devoted MotherMelania has said she personally takes care of her son, Barron, without a nanny.
Published a MemoirIn 2024, she released a memoir titled “Melania”, sharing personal stories and her experience as First Lady. Launched “Be Best” InitiativeAs First Lady, she started the “Be Best” campaign focused on children’s well-being and online safety. She Does Not Drink AlcoholLike Donald Trump, Melania is known to abstain from alcohol and smoking. Secret Service Codename: “Muse”Melania’s Secret Service code name is “Muse,” in line with a tradition for First Ladies.