logo

Meet First Lady Melania Trump's Parents – Viktor and Amalija Knavs

Rebelander Basilan
Apr 10, 2019
03:00 A.M.

Here's what you should know about Donald Trump's in-laws, Viktor and Amalija Knavs, who met in 1966.

Advertisement

Melania's father, Viktor, was from the nearby town of Radeče, a small town in the Lower Sava Valley in eastern Slovenia. He managed car and motorcycle dealerships for a state-owned vehicle manufacturer.

Amalija Knavas and Viktor Knavas at the White House in Washington, D.C., U.S., on March 31, 2019 | Photo: Getty Images

Amalija Knavas and Viktor Knavas at the White House in Washington, D.C., U.S., on March 31, 2019 | Photo: Getty Images

Advertisement

Melania is currently busy with her campaign called Be Best, which centers around the prosperity of youth while supporting against cyberbullying and drug use.

Meanwhile, Amalija, Melania's mother, came from the village of Raka, a village in the Municipality of Krško in eastern Slovenia. She worked as a patternmaker at the children's clothing manufacturer Jutranjka in Sevnica.

Melania has an older sister, Ines, who is an artist, and an older half-brother from her father's past relationship.

Advertisement

A year ago, Viktor and Amalija swore an oath of citizenship in a naturalization ceremony in New York. The couple had previously lived on green cards sponsored by Melania.

Viktor and Amalija frequently travel with the first family, and they also attend events in the White House regularly.

The couple, who are apparently close to their grandchild, Barron Trump, still maintain close ties to their hometown in Slovenia.

Amalija Knavas and Viktor Knavas at the White House in Washington, D.C., U.S., on June 11, 2017 | Photo: Getty Images

Amalija Knavas and Viktor Knavas at the White House in Washington, D.C., U.S., on June 11, 2017 | Photo: Getty Images

Advertisement

Much the same as Melania, Amalija also has perfect styling, great makeup, fashionable, and marvelous garments. The two often wear similar glasses. Another thing in common is their love of heels.

The First Lady of the United States turned into a fashion icon after Donald Trump's inauguration in January 2017.

Amalija Knavas at the White House in Washington, D.C. | Photo: Getty Images

Amalija Knavas at the White House in Washington, D.C. | Photo: Getty Images

Advertisement

A lot of news outlets were providing details regarding her fashion choices at the time. The fashion and lifestyle magazine, Vogue, even compared her wardrobe as First Lady to that of Jacqueline Kennedy and Nancy Reagan.

Melania is currently busy with her campaign called Be Best, which centers around the prosperity of youth while supporting against cyberbullying and drug use.

Advertisement

In March 2017, she hosted her first White House event, a luncheon for International Women's Day. Amid the occasion, she opened up about her life as a female immigrant, and about working towards gender equality both locally and abroad.

Advertisement
info
Please fill in your e-mail so we can share with you our top stories!
By subscribing, you agree to our Privacy Policy
Advertisement
Related posts

Sandra Oh's Partner Is a Doting Father Yet the Actress Decided She Will Remain Childless

February 27, 2022

Guy Fieri’s Blue-Eyed Wife gave Him a ‘Mean Mug’ When They Met Yet He Already Knew She Is the One

February 23, 2022

Loretta Lynn Had a Peaceful Death at Her Ranch Where She Lived for 55 Years & Built Her Own Museum

October 05, 2022

Jackie Kennedy 'Wasn't Naïve' of JFK Affairs & Wanted to Divorce Twice Though Stayed Married Until His Passing

February 13, 2022

Meet Leslie Uggam's Kids with Husband Who It Was Socially Taboo & Illegal to Marry In Several States

April 28, 2022

Chris Rock's Former Wife-Of-19-Years & Mom of His Kids Who He Cheated On with 3 Women

April 05, 2022

David Beckham Liked Victoria When He Saw Her in a Video — Their Marriage Survived Infidelity & Divorce Rumors

April 12, 2022

Kelly LeBrock Was 'Instantly Attracted' to Steven Seagal Yet 'Hated' Herself after Their Divorce

May 09, 2022

Inside Judge Judy's Home with Husband Whom She Married Twice Where She Spends Time with Her 13 Grandkids

February 12, 2022

Olsen Twins Cut Their Parents Out of Their Business - Family Feud over $500m Fortune

February 01, 2022

Erin Napier Learned Stalker Wanted to 'Protect' Her Kid, She Lied to Her about Officer Sleeping in Nearby Car

May 10, 2022

After Millionaire Husband’s Death, Old Widow Is Forced to Live In Dirty Old Trailer – Story of the Day

May 23, 2022

Michael Symon's 23-Year Marriage Is 'A World without Rules' & His Wife Is 'The Most Special Person' to Him

April 17, 2022

Mom-Of-5 Joanna Gaines Reveals She Has Learned from Her Parenting Regrets

May 04, 2022