Melania Reveals How Barron Really Feels About His Family After Report She Was ‘In Charge’ of His Snub Toward His Siblings
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There are always a lot of rumors about the Trump family dynamics. From whether US President Donald Trump and his wife, Melania, actually get along to whether Barron Trump gets along with his older siblings, people are always interested in the first family. It’s a little bit on par for the course for families in the spotlight, and especially considering how much of a divisive figure Trump is.
Melania Trump recently offered some insight into her son Barron’s relationship with one particular family member, her mother, Amalija Knavs. In written answers to USA Today, the first lady revealed that the two share a “distinct bond” that is very much about their Slovenian heritage. The first lady explained that her mother “absolutely” helped to nurture Barron’s connection to Slovenia.
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“Both speaking the same language allowed them to communicate deeply and meaningfully,” she said. Amalija Knavs, whom the first lady described as “the epitome of love and warmth,” passed away in 2024 at the age of 78.
“And for Barron, [she was] a grandmother who filled every moment with joy and wisdom. Every story she read to Barron sparked his imagination, and every game they played strengthened their bond. Her delicious meals were more than just food; they were a celebration of togetherness.”
“My mother and Barron had a distinct bond, beginning with her gentle embrace. When Barron was young, they often cuddled, played Barron’s favorite games, and read books together. I would often hear their laughter and personally felt their joy, knowing they were creating unforgettable memories together. Their connection was so magical. And I loved watching it,” she wrote.
The reveal about this good relationship comes after reports that Barron’s three older siblings, Donald Trump Jr., Ivanka Trump, and Eric Trump, were reportedly not invited to his 20th birthday party. Rob Shuter even reported back in March that the snub was intentional, and the culprit was Melania Trump.
“They’re not close — at all,” one source told Shuter. “This wasn’t an oversight. They were left off the list.”
“Melania is in charge, and she wanted this to be about Barron — not about Donald Trump, and not about his other children,” an insider said about the reasoning behind the decision. “This was a small, controlled, private celebration,” the source added. “And certain people were simply not included.”
Barron has a significant age difference with his three older siblings. “Barron didn’t grow up with them in the same way,” the insider said. “There isn’t a real bond there.”
Despite this, the US President recently had good things to say about all his kids. During a televised interview on Full Measure with Sharyl Attkisson, he was asked if he thought Barron would get into politics. “Well maybe,” Trump said. “He’s certainly a popular guy, but I have a lot of members of my family that are very popular. You know, I have good kids. They’re very good kids.”
