6. Early Learning and a Career in Modeling
Melania attended the University of Ljubljana to study architecture and design, but she left after just one year to relocate to Milan. Melania Knavs started modeling at the age of 16, mostly in Paris and Milan, where she achieved great success. Magazines like Harper’s Bazaar, Vanity Fair, Vogue, and Sports Illustrated featured her work. In addition, Melania is the first First Lady to appear in magazines in a nude photo.
7. Among the Tallest First Lady
Melania is one of the tallest First Ladies in American history, standing at 180 cm (5’11”). She has the same title as Eleanor Roosevelt and Michelle Obama.
8. A First Lady of the Catholic Church
Jacqueline Kennedy was the first Catholic First Lady in American history, and Melania is only the second.
9. Postponed White House Move
In contrast to previous First Ladies, Melania Trump waited five months after Donald Trump took office before relocating to the White House. This was due to Barron, their son, having to complete the fifth grade in New York. It is unclear if things will change if Donald Trump wins a second term as president.
10. Initiatives for Cryptocurrency
After the launch of the $Trump coin, Melania introduced her own cryptocurrency, the $Melania coin, on the eve of Donald Trump’s inauguration in 2025.