Melania Trump, originally from Slovenia, moved to the United States as a young woman to pursue a career in modeling. She quickly became a well-known figure in New York’s bustling modeling scene.
After meeting Donald Trump, she decided to focus on family life, stepping back from modeling to dedicate herself to nurturing their son, Barron.
Despite building a new life in the US, Melania has never let go of her connection to Slovenia. Her parents moved to the US to be closer to their daughter and grandson.
Even Barron, their son, once spoke with a Slovenian accent in his early years. Unfortunately, Melania’s mother passed away last year, but her father continues to lend his support to the family.

Melania has spent many years in America, yet she remains active in preserving her Slovenian culture and language.
During a visit to Los Angeles with Donald Trump to meet victims of the devastating wildfires, Melania was overheard comforting a woman in Slovenian, her native tongue. This gesture has been met with admiration online.
Born Melania Knauss on April 26, 1970, in Novo Mesto, Slovenia, Melania’s life story is quite remarkable. Raised in the small railway town of Sevnica, her mother Amalija worked as a pattern-maker in a garment factory and her father, Viktor, was a chauffeur and mechanic.
Amalija’s love for fashion led her to make clothes for Melania and her sister Ines. Melania often recalls fond memories of her childhood, saying, “I had a wonderful childhood and grew up with a beautiful family who taught us the importance of education, hard work, and family.”
Although her family wasn’t wealthy, they were respected in their community. Melania’s life changed at sixteen due to a chance encounter—spotted by fashion photographer Stane Jerko at a fashion event, she found herself on a new path.
Today, Melania honors her heritage while being proud of her American life. Last week, she spoke Slovenian with a wildfire victim in Los Angeles, earning her praises for her empathy and the ability to connect with people deeply through language.
A heartfelt video capturing this moment has gained traction on social media, showcasing Melania’s warmth and grace.
Many expressed admiration for her engagement, like comments noting how powerful it is to communicate with people in their own language, making them feel valued and understood.
Describing her empathy and elegance, one social media user said: “What a remarkable First Lady.”
Throughout her time as the First Lady, Melania’s experiences have been varied. Notably, she faced backlash for wearing a controversial jacket displaying “I REALLY DON’T CARE, DO U?” during a visit to a Texas migrant detention facility.