“Melania Trump’s Inauguration Look Sparks Renewed ‘Body Double’ Speculation Online”
Donald Trump’s second inauguration captivated millions worldwide, but while the event’s political significance took center stage, social media quickly turned its focus to an unexpected topic—Melania Trump and the persistent conspiracy theory surrounding her use of a body double.
Melania’s inauguration ensemble immediately caught attention. Dressed in a dramatic dark outfit, complete with a wide-brimmed hat, a tailored coat, and black leather gloves, her look was bold and undeniably memorable. However, for conspiracy theorists, it became more than a fashion statement. The outfit reignited claims that Melania uses a body double for public appearances—a theory that has circulated for years.
The “Melania body double” theory suggests that the First Lady was replaced by a lookalike, with some tying the idea to an alleged assassination attempt on Donald Trump or speculating that the stand-in is used to protect Melania from potential threats. Despite the widespread intrigue, no credible evidence has ever supported these claims.
Social media was abuzz with speculation. On X (formerly Twitter), one user commented, “That Bolero hat Melania is wearing isn’t helping squash the body double rumors #TrumpInauguration2025.” Another added, “That hat is so low on her face, you can barely tell it’s her. If Trump’s security team knows of threats, it wouldn’t shock me if they used a stand-in to keep her safe.”
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