Now 18 years old and standing at an extraordinary 6’7″, Barron continues to intrigue the public with his reserved demeanor and unique upbringing. Here’s a closer look at the fascinating life of the youngest Trump.

When Melania announced she was expecting her first child with Donald, the news caught the future president by surprise. The couple, who had been married for just over a year, were still settling into life as newlyweds when they learned they were about to become parents.

Melania recalled the moment she shared the news with Donald, “He came home and I told him he’d be a daddy,” adding that his initial reaction was one of shock. “At first he needed to take it in. It was a real surprise. And then he was very happy.”

On March 20, 2006, after an eight-hour labor, Melania gave birth to their son at 5 a.m. Barron William Trump, born about ten days earlier than expected, weighed 8 ½ pounds and was 21 inches long.

Just minutes after becoming a father for the fifth time, Donald spoke to reporters, sharing, “Everyone’s perfect. She’s really happy, and it’s really great.” Barron’s arrival marked a new chapter for Donald, who had already raised four children from two previous marriages.

Barron was introduced to the world just two months after his birth when he made his television debut on “The Oprah Winfrey Show.” During the interview, Melania and Donald opened up about their life as new parents, offering the public an early glimpse of their newborn son.

Donald praised his wife’s skills as a mother and Melania shared a sweet anecdote about Donald and Barron’s morning routine, revealing that her husband made an effort to spend quality time with their son despite his busy schedule.

“It’s a name I always loved but I never had the courage to use and then I gave the idea to Melania and then I was going to take it away at the very end and she said, ‘You can’t take it away. I’ve been calling him Barron while he’s been in my stomach and you just can’t take it away,'” he shared.

When Donald launched his presidential campaign in 2015, the possibility of moving into the White House became a reality for the Trump family. However, Barron didn’t immediately embrace the idea.

According to Donald, the thought of leaving behind his life in New York City made the young boy anxious. “It’s a little scary for Barron. He thinks he is going to be taken away from friends,” Donald shared.

Barron Grew Up Bilingual

Melania played an active role in Barron’s upbringing, fostering his education and encouraging his interests. She often helped him with homework, particularly in subjects like science and math, which he loved, and exposed him to various activities to spark his imagination.

He often called his grandmother, Melania’s mother, to have conversations in Slovenian. Despite this, Melania shared that she aligned with Donald’s views on language, emphasizing the importance of English in the United States.

“My opinion is that the more languages you speak, the better it is, but when you come to America, you speak English,” she said.

In recent years, Barron’s height has become one of his most talked-about features. At 6’7″, he towers over his parents, with Donald often joking about his son’s impressive stature.

During a campaign event in Iowa, Donald explained that Barron’s height may have been influenced by Melania’s late mother, Amalija Knavs, who played a significant role in raising him.

His father shared that he once tried to steer his son toward basketball, but Barron firmly preferred soccer. “At your height, I like basketball better, but you can’t talk them into everything,” Donald joked, adding that Barron is a “special boy.”

His Father Teased What University He Will Be Going To

Now that Barron is 18, the next chapter in his life involves college. While the Trump family has not yet revealed specific details, Donald recently teased that Barron has decided on his future education.

Donald has previously praised Barron’s intelligence and academic potential, describing him as a bright student who has been accepted into several schools.

From his bilingual upbringing and love for soccer to his towering height and upcoming college plans, Barron Trump’s life reflects a blend of unique experiences and grounded values. As he steps into adulthood, the public will undoubtedly continue to follow his journey with curiosity.