Tiffany and Melania: A Missing Guest at the Baby Shower
Tiffany Trump, 31, recently celebrated her baby shower. However, one notable absence caught attention—Melania Trump, her stepmother.
Tiffany’s Quiet Path
Unlike her half-siblings, Tiffany has stayed mostly out of the spotlight. The Georgetown Law graduate has chosen her own direction in life. Her father once said he was proud of her—but “to a lesser extent.” That comment echoed the emotional distance between them.
Childhood in the Shadows
Tiffany was born on October 13, 1993, to Donald Trump and actress Marla Maples. Her early years were spent in New York, close to her father’s business empire. After her parents divorced when she was 9, Tiffany moved with her mother to Calabasas, California. Marla raised her as a single mother, away from the media glare.
A Peek into Trump Family Turmoil
Tiffany’s older half-siblings—Donald Jr., Ivanka, and Eric—faced a public and messy divorce between Donald and Ivana. Donald Jr. once spoke of how painful it was to see headlines about his parents’ sex life as a 12-year-old.
Meanwhile, Donald married Marla Maples, Tiffany’s mother. Their marriage didn’t last long. Maples later said they were simply too different. Their prenup revealed Donald’s intent to tightly control finances—he capped her payout at $2 million and ended child support once Tiffany turned 21.
Life in Calabasas
Tiffany attended the elite Viewpoint School. Her mother tried acting, while Tiffany dabbled in music. As a teen, she released a single titled Like a Bird. Despite her early interest in music, she focused on education and aimed for a good college.
Bond with Half-Siblings
Over the years, Tiffany built strong ties with her half-siblings. Ivanka, in particular, supported her. She helped Tiffany land a Vogue internship and praised their closeness.
Tiffany followed family tradition and enrolled at the University of Pennsylvania. After graduating in 2016, she supported her father’s presidential campaign and even spoke at the Republican National Convention.
Law School and Career
After the campaign, Tiffany explored law schools and ultimately chose Georgetown. She graduated in 2020, prompting Donald Trump to praise her on Twitter. “Just what I need is a lawyer in the family,” he wrote.
A Complicated Father-Daughter Bond
Still, Donald and Tiffany’s relationship has remained distant. He once oddly described her as “separate” from his other children. According to Marla Maples, Donald often prioritized business over family, even during dinners.
By the time Donald became president, sources say the distance grew worse. Reports claimed months would pass without contact between him and Tiffany. At family events, she reportedly felt unwelcome.
Enter Melania Trump
When Tiffany was five, Donald began dating Melania Knavs. While Melania clashed with Ivanka, she appeared to have a warmer bond with Tiffany. They were often photographed together, including at the U.S. Open when Tiffany was seven.
The Missing Step-Mother
Despite their seemingly good relationship, Melania skipped Tiffany’s recent baby shower. Tiffany, now married to businessman Michael Boulos, is expecting a baby boy. The couple met in Greece and married in 2022 at Mar-a-Lago, with Donald walking her down the aisle.
At the baby shower, Tiffany shared sweet photos and the message:
“Such a special day celebrating our very soon-to-be son. One month to go!”
Ivanka attended and posted a tribute on Instagram:
“Tiff, you’re going to be the most wonderful mama. Your baby boy is already so loved—and so lucky to have you!”
Why Melania Skipped
So, why wasn’t Melania there? A source told People that there was “no reason” for her to attend. Although she and Tiffany remain close, Melania reportedly had her own schedule. That weekend, she stayed in New York with her son, Barron Trump, who recently enrolled at NYU’s Stern School of Business.
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