Since returning to the role of First Lady after Donald Trump’s re-election, Melania Trump has once again stepped into the national spotlight—yet she remains as private and enigmatic as ever. One question that continues to intrigue many: Who does Melania truly trust?
The answer isn’t a high-profile friend, celebrity, or political figure. It’s her older sister, Ines Knauss, who lives a quiet, largely under-the-radar life in their native Slovenia.
Unlike her famous sister, Ines avoids the limelight and has kept her personal life exceptionally private. She’s married to a businessman and has children, but few specifics are publicly known. That’s just how she prefers it.
Though rarely seen together in public, insiders say the sisters share a deep and lasting bond. Ines is considered Melania’s most trusted confidante—someone she turns to not just for emotional support, but also for guidance on both personal and professional matters.
Sources say Ines has played a key role in helping Melania navigate motherhood, especially in raising her son, Barron. The two maintain a close relationship, keeping in touch frequently through visits and daily communication.
Even with the demands of public life and the distance between them, Melania and Ines remain inseparable at heart—a testament to the strength of their sisterly bond and the importance of having someone who knows you beyond the headlines.