Melania Trump speaks her native language in heartfelt video
Melania Trump’s journey from a small town in Slovenia to the White House is a testament to her resilience and adaptability. As the wife of former President Donald Trump, she has embraced her role as First Lady twice, while staying deeply connected to her Slovenian heritage and her family’s values. Her recent actions have once again placed her in the spotlight, demonstrating her grace, compassion, and commitment to her roots. Melania, born Melania Knauss in Novo Mesto, Slovenia, on April 26, 1970, grew up in the modest railway town of Sevnica. Her father, Viktor, was a car mechanic and chauffeur, and her mother, Amalija, worked as a pattern-maker in a clothing factory. Amalija’s passion for design inspired Melania from a young age, and she often made clothes for Melania and her sister, Ines. Melania described her upbringing as “wonderful,” crediting her parents with instilling the importance of education, hard work, and family. Melania’s path to international recognition began by chance at the age of 16 when a fashion photographer, Stane Jerko, spotted her outside a fashion show. Jerko recalled her tall, slim frame and reserved demeanor but saw her potential. His instincts proved correct, and Melania soon began modeling, eventually… CONTINUE READING…