Key Marriage Timeline
| Date | Event | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| October 13, 2004 | Wedding ceremony in Florida | Married at Mar-a-Lago, Palm Beach, Florida |
| January 20, 2017 | First Lady Inauguration | Melania Trump becomes First Lady of the United States |
| 2006 | Birth of Barron Trump | Only child together |
| 2025 | Status | Still married as of the current date |
Wedding Date and Location
Donald Trump married his current wife, Melania Trump, on October 13, 2004, at Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach, Florida. The ceremony was private and attended by family and close associates, occurring months before the official January 2017 Presidential inauguration that would elevate Melania to the role of First Lady of the United States.
Relationship Background
Donald Trump and Melania Trump began their relationship years before marriage, with public sightings and appearances throughout the early 2000s. Melania, a former model, maintained a relatively private profile compared to Trump’s previous spouses. Their courtship included high-profile events and gradual integration into Trump’s business and social circles, culminating in a commitment publicly marked by their October 2004 wedding.
About Melania Trump
Born in Slovenia (then part of Yugoslavia), Melania Trump is the only First Lady born in Eastern Europe in the modern era. She met Donald Trump through professional modeling assignments and continued a long-distance relationship before marriage. As First Lady, she focused on digital communication and select initiatives, maintaining a notably lower public profile than many of her predecessors.
Public Appearances Together
Throughout their marriage, Donald and Melania Trump have appeared together at major public events, including the National Christmas Tree Lighting, various state dinners, and campaign rallies. Notably, Melania has traveled extensively alongside the President for both official state visits and campaign events, reflecting the public nature of their partnership.
Family Life
The Trumps share one son, Barron Trump, born in 2006. Barron remains the only biological child between Donald and Melania. Donald also has three older children from previous marriages—Donald Jr., Ivanka, and Eric—along with several grandchildren across these family lines.
Status Clarification
As of 2025, Donald Trump and Melania Trump remain married. They continue to reside together at the White House during presidential terms and maintain joint appearances during official functions. There are no credible reports or verified records indicating separation or divorce.