Melania Trump was born as Melanija Knavs on April 26, 1970, in what is now Slovenia.
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She started modeling at the age of sixteen and worked internationally before moving to New York City in 1996.
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There, she met Donald Trump, whom she married in 2005. She became a U.S. citizen in 2006, the same year their son, Barron, was born.
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After Donald Trump's re-election, she returned as First Lady in 2025, becoming the first First Lady in over a century to serve two non-consecutive terms.
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During her first term, she launched the "Be Best" campaign, promoting children's well-being, online safety, and awareness of opioid abuse.
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Melania became First Lady in 2017 when Donald Trump was elected the 45th President of the United States.
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She continues to support children and families while maintaining a private public role.
