Barron Trump has long piqued interest due to his impressive height and quiet nature. From growing up as a bilingual child to his love for soccer and upcoming college ambitions, here’s a closer look at the youngest member of the Trump family.
Barron Trump, the sole child of President Donald and First Lady Melania Trump, has lived a life quite different from most teenagers. Despite being born into one of the most prominent families globally, he spent much of his childhood away from the public eye.
Now 18 and an impressive 6’7″, Barron continues to captivate the public with his quiet personality and distinctive upbringing. Here’s a deeper look into the intriguing life of the youngest Trump.
Now 18 and an impressive 6’7″, Barron continues to captivate the public with his quiet personality and distinctive upbringing. Here’s a deeper look into the intriguing life of the youngest Trump.
Melania reminisced about the moment she shared the news with Donald, saying, “He came home, and I told him he’d be a daddy.” She added that his first reaction was one of surprise. “At first, he needed a moment to process it. It was a real shock. But then, he was extremely happy.”
Donald, however, downplayed his initial surprise, clarifying that while he had expected they would have children, he hadn’t anticipated it happening so soon.
On March 20, 2006, after eight hours of labor, Melania gave birth to their son at 5 a.m. Barron William Trump, born about ten days earlier than expected, weighed 8 ½ pounds and measured 21 inches long.
Just minutes after becoming a father for the fifth time, Donald spoke to reporters, saying, “Everyone’s perfect. She’s really happy, and it’s really great.” Barron’s arrival marked a new chapter for Donald, who had already raised four children from two previous marriages.
He Made His TV Debut Two Months After He Was Born
Barron was introduced to the world just two months after his birth when he made his television debut on “The Oprah Winfrey Show.” During the interview, Melania and Donald opened up about their life as new parents, offering the public an early glimpse of their newborn son.
Donald praised his wife’s skills as a mother and Melania shared a sweet anecdote about Donald and Barron’s morning routine, revealing that her husband made an effort to spend quality time with their son despite his busy schedule.
The couple also discussed the origin of Barron’s name, which had a unique backstory. Donald revealed that he had always loved the name Barron but had hesitated to use it in the past.
“It’s a name I always loved but I never had the courage to use and then I gave the idea to Melania and then I was going to take it away at the very end and she said, ‘You can’t take it away. I’ve been calling him Barron while he’s been in my stomach and you just can’t take it away,’” he shared.
According to Donald, the idea of leaving behind their life in New York City made Barron anxious. “It’s a little scary for Barron. He thinks he’s going to be taken away from his friends,” Donald shared.
To ease his son’s concerns, Donald explained the positive impact his presidency could have on others, especially children like Barron. “I tell him if this happens, Daddy will help people, and can help children like him, and that makes him happy,” he added.
Barron Grew Up Bilingual
Melania was deeply involved in Barron’s upbringing, guiding his education and nurturing his passions. She frequently assisted him with homework, especially in subjects like science and math, which he enjoyed, and introduced him to a range of activities to inspire his creativity.
“He wants to be a golfer, a businessman, a pilot. It’s that age when you introduce him to different things,” she shared in 2015. As a proud Slovenian-American, Melania also made sure Barron grew up bilingual, helping him stay connected to her heritage.
He often called his grandmother, Melania’s mother, to have conversations in Slovenian. Despite this, Melania noted that she shared Donald’s perspective on language, highlighting the significance of speaking English in the United States.
“My opinion is that the more languages you speak, the better, but when you come to America, you speak English,” she said.
Donald Opened Up About Barron’s Height and Interests
In recent years, Barron’s height has become one of his most talked-about traits. Standing at 6’7″, he easily towers over his parents, with Donald frequently joking about his son’s remarkable stature.
During a campaign event in Iowa, Donald mentioned that Barron’s height might have been influenced by Melania’s late mother, Amalija Knavs, who had a significant role in raising him.
His father shared that he once encouraged Barron to try basketball, but Barron remained firmly interested in soccer. “At your height, I like basketball better, but you can’t talk them into everything,” Donald joked, adding that Barron is a “special boy.”
Barron’s passion for soccer has been evident over the years. He has often been spotted in jerseys of major soccer clubs like Arsenal and even had the opportunity to invite legendary player Wayne Rooney to the White House in 2018.
His Father Teased Which University He Will Attend
Now that Barron is 18, the next chapter of his life is college. While the Trump family has yet to disclose specific details, Donald recently hinted that Barron has already made a decision about his future education.
“[Barron] is all set in a certain school that’s very good,” Donald shared in an interview, adding that the university is located in New York. When pressed for more details, Donald smiled but refused to reveal the name, saying the family would announce it publicly at a later date.
Donald has previously praised Barron’s intelligence and academic potential, calling him a bright student who has already been accepted into several schools.
Barron’s mother also emphasized giving him the freedom to make his own decisions, saying, “[As children] we have them until they’re about 18 or 19. We teach them, we guide them, and then we give them the wings to fly. I always respect Barron’s yes and no, and what he likes to do.”
From his bilingual upbringing and passion for soccer to his impressive height and upcoming college plans, Barron Trump’s life is a mix of distinctive experiences and strong values. As he transitions into adulthood, the public will surely continue to watch his journey with great interest.
