10 unknown facts about the probably the most beautiful and the most elegant First Lady ever, Melania Trump: Check number 6, it surprised many
Numerous publications highlight that Melania Trump stands out as different from any other First Lady of the United States
1. Born Outside the U.S.
Melania is the second First Lady in U.S. history to be born outside the United States. She was born in Slovenia. The only other foreign-born First Lady was Louisa Catherine Adams, wife of John Quincy Adams, the sixth President of the United States, who was born in England.
2. She can speak 6 languages
In addition to her native Slovenian, Melania Trump speaks five other languages fluently: English, German, French, Italian, and Serbo-Croatian. This makes her a true polyglot.
3. Humble Beginnings
Melania grew up in the small town of Sevnica, where many people struggled financially. Those who knew her as Melanija Knavs said she was always independent and never wore store-bought clothes. Today, Melania Trump is known for her impeccable style, and her appearance is always flawless.
4. Donald Trump’s Third Wife
Before marrying Melania, Donald Trump was previously married to Ivana Trump until 1992 and to Marla Maples until 1999. Melania is his third wife.
5. First Lady with a Non-English Native Language
Melania is the only First Lady of the United States whose first language is not English.
6. Early Learning and a Career in Modeling
Melania attended the University of Ljubljana to study architecture and design, but she left after just one year to relocate to Milan. Melania Knavs started modeling at the age of 16, mostly in Paris and Milan, where she achieved great success. Magazines like Harper’s Bazaar, Vanity Fair, Vogue, and Sports Illustrated featured her work. In addition, Melania is the first First Lady to appear in magazines in a nude photo.
7. Among the Tallest First Lady
Melania is one of the tallest First Ladies in American history, standing at 180 cm (5’11”). She has the same title as Eleanor Roosevelt and Michelle Obama.
8. A First Lady of the Catholic Church
Jacqueline Kennedy was the first Catholic First Lady in American history, and Melania is only the second.
9. Postponed White House Move
In contrast to previous First Ladies, Melania Trump waited five months after Donald Trump took office before relocating to the White House. This was due to Barron, their son, having to complete the fifth grade in New York. It is unclear if things will change if Donald Trump wins a second term as president.
10. Initiatives for Cryptocurrency
After the launch of the $Trump coin, Melania introduced her own cryptocurrency, the $Melania coin, on the eve of Donald Trump’s inauguration in 2025.
