Melania Trump has always kept a low profile—especially for a First Lady. But behind the reserved public image is a life full of unexpected turns. Here are 10 things that might give you a different perspective on her:
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She Studied Architecture—Briefly
Before modeling took over her life, Melania studied architecture at the University of Ljubljana but dropped out after a year. -
Started Modeling at 16
Her modeling career began in Slovenia and quickly took her to fashion hubs like Milan and Paris, landing her in top magazines like Vogue and Sports Illustrated. -
First First Lady to Pose Nude
Long before politics, she did several bold photo shoots—including nude ones—making her the only First Lady with such a past. -
One of the Tallest First Ladies
At 5’11”, she shares the tallest-First-Lady title with Michelle Obama and Eleanor Roosevelt. -
She’s Catholic
Melania is only the second Catholic First Lady in U.S. history, after Jackie Kennedy. -
She Delayed Moving to D.C.
After Trump’s 2017 inauguration, she stayed in New York for five months so their son, Barron, could finish school. -
English Isn’t Her First Language
Born in Slovenia, Melania speaks several languages, including French and German. -
She’s a Naturalized Citizen
She became a U.S. citizen in 2006—making her the only First Lady to have immigrated and then naturalized. -
She Had a Jewelry Line
Before her White House days, Melania designed and sold her own jewelry on QVC. -
The Mystery of the “$Melania Coin”
In 2025, rumors swirled about a Melania-themed cryptocurrency. While it sparked buzz, there’s no proof she was involved.
