Note: we are republishing this story which originally made the news in October 2024. 

Barron Trump’s Striking Resemblance to His Father

Barron Trump, the youngest son of President-elect Donald Trump, is once again making headlines. This time, it’s not for his impressive height or quiet demeanor—but for how much he looks like his father during his younger years.

A recent side-by-side photo of 18-year-old Barron and a young Donald Trump went viral. The similarities—especially their jawlines and mouth shapes—are impossible to ignore. Social media lit up with reactions, with many users praising the “powerful Trump genes.”

Internet Reactions Pour In

Social media users didn’t hold back.
One wrote, “The genes are strong.”
Another quipped, “It’s like cloning works!”
One even noted, “Barron looks more like Donald than his older siblings.”
Another viewer, after seeing an old interview of Donald in his 30s, said the resemblance was “uncanny.”

A Rare Appearance Goes Viral

Barron recently stepped into the public eye during Election Day. Cameras caught him greeting UFC president Dana White with a polite, “Hello. How are you? Pleasure to meet you.” The brief moment gave the public a rare chance to hear Barron’s voice—deep and confident—which quickly trended online.

Even his father took notice. President-elect Trump joked to White, “Can we make him into a fighter?” He added, “I gave him a shout-out at the rally and the crowd went wild: ‘Ba-ron, Ba-ron!’”

Fans Praise Barron’s Potential

Online commenters praised Barron’s poise and presence.
“He sounds like an actor,” one said.
Another predicted, “Future president in the making—he’s got the Trump genes and the commanding voice.”

Balancing School and Spotlight

Currently enrolled at NYU’s Stern School of Business, Barron plans to return to campus after the holidays. Still, Melania admits his college life is far from normal.
“It’s not possible for him to have a normal university experience,” she said, reflecting on his rising public profile.