Melania Trump uploaded a tragic photo below.
On behalf of my family, I would like to extend our deepest gratitude for the love and support that you have showered upon us throughout this journey of loss and grief.
We will cherish the beautiful memories of my beloved mother, and forever keep her light in our hearts.
Amalija Knavs, the mother of former first lady Melania Trump, has passed away, as confirmed by Melania Trump in a statement posted on the platform X. The announcement, made late Tuesday, did not disclose the cause of death. Melania expressed deep sadness over the passing of her mother, describing Amalija Knavs as a strong woman known for her grace, warmth, and dignity. Melania emphasized her mother’s complete devotion to family, including her husband, daughters, grandson, and son-in-law, and stated that they would miss her beyond measure while continuing to honor and love her legacy.
The news of Amalija Knavs’s death was shared by Donald Trump during a New Year’s Eve celebration at his Mar-a-Lago estate. He mentioned that his mother-in-law was very ill, and Melania was with her at a hospital in Miami. Trump described the situation as a tough one.
Throughout Donald Trump’s presidency, Melania Trump’s mother resided in New York alongside her father, Viktor Knavs, occasionally making appearances at the White House. Amalija Knavs notably attended a 2018 ceremony where Melania introduced her “Be Best” public awareness campaign aimed at helping children.
In response to the news, Donald Trump expressed his condolences on his social media platform, Truth Social, calling it a very sad night for the entire Trump family. He paid tribute to Melania’s “great and beautiful mother,” stating that she had gone to a beautiful place in the sky. Trump praised Amalija as an incredible woman who would be missed far beyond words.
Melania Trump sponsored her parents’ immigration to the United States, and they officially became citizens at a New York City courthouse in 2018 during Donald Trump’s presidency. The Knavses, immigrants from Slovenia, had been living in the U.S. as permanent residents. Melania’s parents, a former car dealer and textile factory worker, underwent the naturalization process like any other immigrants, without receiving any special treatment, according to their lawyer.
On behalf of my family, I would like to extend our deepest gratitude for the love and support that you have showered upon us throughout this journey of loss and grief.
We will cherish the beautiful memories of my beloved mother, and forever keep her light in our hearts. pic.twitter.com/FNmTWr46UM— MELANIA TRUMP (@MELANIATRUMP) January 21, 2024
