In a recent interview, Melania Trump, the former First Lady of the United States, has shared intriguing details about her first date with Donald Trump. This revelation comes as part of her first public conversation in two years, offering a glimpse into the early stages of their relationship.
Melania Trump, now 54, recounted that her initial encounter with Donald Trump, 78, was far from conventional. After initially declining to provide her contact information, she eventually agreed to a date upon returning from a modeling assignment in the Caribbean. The couple's first outing involved an hour-and-a-half drive to Bedford, New Jersey, where Trump intended to view a property for potential purchase.
"So he was combining business with taking [me] on a first date. And it was very nice, because we were two of us alone in the car for hour, hour and a half, and it's no other noise, no other people, because at that time, he was already known and a celebrity."
This account, however, differs from a previous narrative shared by Melania in 2016. In an interview with Harper's Bazaar eight years ago, she described their first date as dinner followed by a visit to Moomba, a popular New York restaurant and lounge.
The former First Lady, born Melanija Knavs in Slovenia in 1970, has led a fascinating life. She began her modeling career at 16 in Milan and is fluent in six languages. Melania met Donald Trump in 1998 at a Fashion Week party in New York City, becoming a permanent U.S. resident in 2001 and a naturalized citizen in 2006.
During her tenure as First Lady from January 20, 2017, Melania launched the "Be Best" initiative, focusing on children's well-being, online safety, and opioid abuse. She is the second foreign-born First Lady in U.S. history and the only one to be the third wife of a president.
In the interview, Melania also addressed the recent assassination attempts on her husband. She described watching footage of the July 2024 incident in Butler, Pennsylvania, where Trump was shot in the ear. Melania expressed gratitude for the Secret Service's protection during both this event and a subsequent attempt at Trump's Florida golf course earlier this month.
"As soon as I saw it on television, I called again, and he was OK because Secret Service were great. The guys that they were, the team, they were fantastic. And I think both of the events, they were really miracles."
Despite the challenges, Melania has maintained a unique position in American politics. As the tallest First Lady in U.S. history at 5 feet 11 inches (180 cm), she has faced both scrutiny and admiration. Her diverse background, including studies in architecture and design at the University of Ljubljana and the launch of her own caviar skincare line, has contributed to her multifaceted public image.
As Melania Trump prepares to release her new book, simply titled "Melania," her recent interview offers a rare insight into her personal life and experiences as a former First Lady. Her story continues to captivate public interest, blending elements of fashion, politics, and personal resilience.