As Barron Trump turns 19, here are 19 things to know about him

Barron Trump, the youngest son of U.S. President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump, is stepping into adulthood as he celebrates his 19th birthday on March 20.
Often a figure of intrigue, Barron has largely stayed out of the public eye despite growing up in the political spotlight. Towering at 6-foot-7, he has captured attention for his height, reserved demeanor, and rare public appearances alongside his family. Now a freshman at New York University, Barron is charting his own path while remaining a subject of fascination for many. As he turns 19, here are 19 things to know about him.

Donald Trump Introduced Barron as a “Future Businessman” at Just 9 Months Old
Barron Trump had his first public moment before he could even walk. In 2007, at a Hollywood Walk of Fame event, Donald Trump introduced his infant son with a bold prediction: “He’s strong, he’s smart, he’s tough, he’s vicious, he’s violent… all the ingredients you need to be an entrepreneur.” As Trump and Melania left the stage, little Barron grabbed the mic, making his father laugh: “Uh-oh, he won’t give up the mic.”

He is 6-foot-7 and taller than his father
Barron Trump has grown to an impressive 6 feet 7 inches, making him the tallest Trump in the family, surpassing even his 6’3” father. His towering height has drawn attention in public appearances, including at his father’s 2025 presidential inauguration, where Donald Trump introduced him to a standing ovation by jokingly asking, “Has anyone ever heard of him?”
He grew up living in Trump Tower, the White House, and Mar-a-Lago
As a child, Barron split his time between Trump Tower in New York City, the White House in Washington, D.C., and Mar-a-Lago in Florida. Unlike his half-siblings, who were raised before their father’s presidency, Barron spent his teenage years as the son of a sitting president.

He is currently a freshman at New York University (NYU)
After graduating high school in 2024, Barron enrolled at New York University’s Stern School of Business, one of the top business schools in the country. Unlike most college students, however, Barron commutes to campus from Trump Tower in Manhattan with U.S. Secret Service protection, making him a rare presence on campus.
He grew up speaking multiple languages
As a child, Barron was raised bilingual in English and Slovenian, thanks to his mother Melania and her immigrant parents, Viktor and Amalija Knavs. In a 2010 interview on Larry King Live, Melania mentioned that Barron spoke three languages, though it’s unclear if he retained all of them into adulthood.

He has helped his father connect with younger voters
Though Barron has largely stayed away from politics, his parents credit him with helping Donald Trump engage Gen-Z voters during his 2024 campaign. According to Melania Trump, Barron was the one who encouraged his father to connect with popular podcasters like Joe Rogan and Adin Ross and increase his presence on TikTok—moves that ultimately helped Trump win back the White House in 2024.
He was fiercely protected by his mother
Throughout his childhood, Melania Trump was deeply protective of Barron. Unlike his older half-siblings, who were highly public figures, Barron was mostly kept out of the media spotlight. Melania frequently advocated for Barron’s privacy and spoke out against people who mocked him online, earning support from public figures like Chelsea Clinton, who once tweeted that “Barron Trump deserves the chance every child does—to be a kid.”
He was the only Trump child absent from the 2024 Republican National Convention
Unlike his half-siblings—Donald Jr., Eric, Ivanka, and Tiffany Trump—who played key roles in the 2024 Trump campaign, Barron skipped the Republican National Convention (RNC) in Milwaukee. His absence stood out, fueling further curiosity about his role (or lack thereof) in politics.
He rarely speaks publicly, but when he does, people notice
Because Barron has kept a low public profile, even brief moments of him speaking generate widespread interest. A seconds-long clip of him saying, “How are you? It’s very nice to see you” on Election Night 2024 went viral, prompting social media users to exclaim, “He speaks!” Entertainment Tonight even did a segment on his "grown-up" voice, comparing it to a resurfaced 2010 clip of him speaking as a child.
He was called the "future of the conservative movement"
In early 2025, the president of the College Republicans of America described Barron Trump as the “future of the conservative movement” and invited him to join the NYU chapter. While Barron himself has not publicly embraced this title, some see him as a symbol of the younger MAGA generation.
His father calls him the "king of the internet"
After Barron helped Donald Trump improve his social media strategy, Trump proudly referred to his son as the “king of the internet”, crediting him for helping the campaign gain traction online.

First Presidential Son in the White House Since 1963
Barron Trump holds a unique place in history as the first son of a U.S. president to live in the White House since John F. Kennedy Jr. in 1963. Most modern presidents have had daughters during their time in office, making Barron's presence a rare occurrence.
Avid soccer player
Barron Trump has been passionate about soccer from a young age, playing for D.C. United’s U-12 team and later training with other youth programs. His love for the sport even led Wayne Rooney to the White House for a football lesson. He’s also been spotted wearing Arsenal gear, showing his support for the English club.
He was bullied online at a young age
Being the child of a high-profile political figure hasn’t always been easy for Barron. In 2016, when he was just 10 years old, Rosie O’Donnell shared a viral video suggesting that Barron was autistic. His mother Melania Trump later denied the claim in her memoir, writing that the online bullying her son faced from the incident caused him "irreparable damage" and was part of the reason she launched her "Be Best" anti-bullying campaign as First Lady.
Barron was hesitant to live in the White House
When Donald Trump was first elected president, Barron, then just 9 years old, was nervous about leaving his life in New York City behind. He loved his school, his friends, and the familiar rhythm of his days. His father reassured him, saying that becoming president meant he could help people—including kids like Barron—which seemed to bring him some comfort.

Barron Trump was baptized when he was 8 months old
Barron Trump, the youngest son of Donald Trump, was baptized at the Episcopal Church of Bethesda-by-the-Sea in Palm Beach, Florida, when he was 8 months old, not 8 years old.
Barron has a cheeky side to him
Although Barron Trump tends to keep a low profile, he showed his playful side during his father’s inauguration this past January. As Tiffany Trump, Ivanka Trump, and Lara Trump posed for a group photo, Barron—towering at 6-foot-7—snuck into the background. When they turned around and saw him grinning, they couldn’t help but laugh, flashing big smiles at their mischievous little brother.
Barron Trump plays FIFA
Barron loves video games especially FIFA, the popular soccer video game. According to TMZ, he’s even asked fellow NYU classmates for their Discord usernames so they can play together. His passion for gaming was a topic of conversation during Thanksgiving at Mar-a-Lago, where he sat with Elon Musk. Musk later revealed that they discussed "consciousness & video games" over dinner, sparking internet memes about their unexpected chat.
Barron Trump is a Pisces
Barron is Pisces, as he was born on March 20, 2006. Pisces are typically empathetic, mystical, and romantic.