For years, the world has been captivated by Melania Trump — her elegance, composure, and the mystery that surrounds her every move. Since returning to the White House as First Lady during Donald Trump’s second presidency, fascination with her private life has only grown stronger. But beyond the cameras, one question lingers: who does Melania truly confide in when the world isn’t watching?
Surprisingly, the answer isn’t a political insider or high-profile friend. It’s her older sister, Ines Knauss — the woman who’s quietly stood beside her since childhood, far from fame and headlines.
Ines still lives largely out of the public eye, preferring privacy over attention. Unlike Melania, whose path led from modeling to global recognition, Ines chose a quieter life. She married a Slovenian businessman, raised her family, and pursued her passion for art and design. Those who know her describe her as warm, grounded, and fiercely loyal — the steady heart in Melania’s world of constant scrutiny.
The sisters’ bond runs deep, rooted in their early years in Sevnica, Slovenia, where they grew up in a modest home. Their mother, Amalija, worked as a textile pattern maker and taught them how to sew and design clothing — a spark that would influence both sisters in different ways. Melania took her creativity to the runway; Ines expressed hers through art.
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