The Quiet Bond Between Melania Trump and Her Sister Ines
While Melania Trump is known worldwide as a former First Lady and the wife of Donald Trump, few realize the depth of her lifelong
connection with her older sister, Ines Knauss. Raised together in the small Slovenian town of Sevnica, the sisters shared a close-knit
upbringing shaped by their parents, Viktor and Amalija, who emphasized discipline, education, and creativity.
Amalija nurtured Melania’s early passion for fashion by sewing clothes for her daughters, laying the foundation for Melania’s modeling career.
At 16, Melania was discovered by a photographer, which launched her into international modeling. Throughout it all, Ines remained
a supportive presence, traveling with Melania and helping her adjust to the demands of the fashion industry.
While Melania entered the public eye, Ines pursued a quieter life as an artist and illustrator. Described as gentle and private,
she remains a trusted confidante, even standing as Melania’s maid of honor at her 2005 wedding.
Today, Ines reportedly lives in a Trump-owned building in Manhattan, near Melania. She remains out of the spotlight but continues to offer
emotional support and creative inspiration. Their bond, forged in childhood, remains one of Melania’s strongest sources of strength and trust.
