For having such a curated, well-groomed, and fashionable look, Melania Trump has been caught a few times looking a little less than poised. In fact, the times that we’ve seen the former First Lady of the United States appearing excited or more than placid have been fairly few. We’ve definitely seen her look a bit less-than-enthused over the course of the past few years, and we’ve gathered some of those moments where Melania Trump was captured looking fairly miserable or uncomfortable on camera.
Now, being in the spotlight, especially as FLOTUS, doesn’t come without its immense pressures. But even on more low-key, simple occasions, Melania’s appeared tense or stoic. Naturally, a lot of these moments occurred when she was with her husband, former President Donald Trump. And during the couple’s single term at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, they definitely appeared in enough photos and videos to speak beyond a thousand words. Take a look at some of those moments below.
Melania’s World Series Appearance
Just because the Trumps are out of the White House doesn’t mean they’ve gone into hiding. In fact, Donald and Melania recently made a public appearance during the fourth game of the World Series, featuring the Atlanta Braves versus the Houston Astros, on October 30. After looking in her husband’s direction, Melania turned with a bit of a scowl on her face. (see footage here). Maybe it was her husband? Maybe she’s not a fan of baseball? Who’s to say.
Melania At A Trump Rally
Another misstep in communication for the former President and First Lady? During an October 2020 campaign rally in Tampa, Donald Trump appeared to be pointing into the crowd while his wife leaned in for a…kiss? Side-hug? We’re confused and a bit uncomfortable.
Melania & Donald Trump Near Air Force One
While standing by Air Force One, Donald Trump seemed to want to whisper something to his wife. Her reaction? Oh, just moving pieces of her hair with a bit of a clenched smile.
Melania’s Reaction While Donald Trump Kisses Her
Now, this photo really says it all. During the July 2016 RNC, Donald kissed his wife on the cheek as she made this expression. Melania looked pretty despondent during the couple’s rare PDA moment.
Melania’s Grip
This moment was a bit jarring. As Donald and Melania Trump shared a peck during the July 2016 RNC, the soon-to-be First Lady’s grip on her husband’s hands was a bit…intense.
Melania’s Icy RNC Stare
It was hard to miss Melania’s expression after her step-daughter, Ivanka Trump, said her piece at the 2020 Republican National Convention held at the White House. After Ivanka walked by, Melania turned her face away and gave the camera a bit of an icy glare.
Melania’s Inauguration Frown
This was the gif that kicked off the #FreeMelania movement. (Remember that? Strange times.) Another account from Stephanie Winston Wolkoff’s book, Melania & Me: The Rise & Fall of My Friendship With the First Lady, seemingly indicates that it might have been her then-11-year-old son Barron who kicked her in the ankle, causing the downcast reaction you can see here.
Melania At The Inauguration Ball
It was hard to miss Donald Trump’s exuberance during the 2017 Inauguration Ball. While he could’ve been focused on his wife, with whom he wad dancing, the newly elected POTUS pointed into the crowd, sang along to the music, and held his wife a bit too close for her comfort.
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