Melania Trump has received praise for her influential role in balancing her husband, Donald Trump. The presidential couple made a significant arrival at Essex’s Stansted Airport for Trump’s unprecedented second state visit to the UK. In a rare moment of affection, Melania tightly held her husband’s hand as they disembarked from Air Force One, where they were greeted by a full guard of honour with RAF personnel lining the corridor.
Upon their arrival, they were welcomed by top UK officials, including foreign secretary Yvette Cooper. Throughout the welcome ceremony, Melania and Donald maintained their close connection, sparking speculation about the reason behind Melania’s firm grip, with some suggesting it was to conceal bruising on the president’s hand.
Melania’s close friend and personal photographer, Regine Mahaux, described her as a supportive “number two” to her husband, attributing the success of their 20-year marriage to Melania’s role in providing balance and support behind the scenes while allowing Donald to shine in the spotlight.
Regine emphasized Melania’s strength and ability to balance her husband’s needs, noting their efforts to find joy in their limited time together due to their busy schedules. She highlighted Donald’s deep affection for Melania, revealing that they constantly check on each other when work keeps them apart.
In a revealing memoir, Melania shared details of their early relationship, including their shared love for music and movies. The couple’s mutual admiration for artists like Elvis Presley and Elton John, as well as their diverse taste in films, created a strong bond between them.
Their wedding, held on January 22, 2005, at the Episcopal Church of Bethesda-by-the-Sea followed by a celebration at Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, Florida, marked the beginning of their enduring partnership and shared interests.