One of the most surprising State of the Union guests was President Donald Trump’s son.
Barron Trump is the youngest of the president’s five children and his only child with first lady Melania Trump. The 19-year-old is a bit of a mystery, as he rarely appears in public with his high-profile parents. Barron Trump was the only member of the family not to appear during President Trump’s speech to a joint session of Congress in March 2025. His last official public appearance was at his father’s swearing-in ceremony more than a year ago.
Here’s what you need to know about your eldest son.
Who is Barron Trump?
Barron Trump is the youngest of President Donald Trump’s children and the only child of the president and first lady Melania Trump.
The 19-year-old always stands out with his height when appearing in front of his parents, but he usually keeps a low profile. His father still praises him for helping reach young voters through social media platforms and influencers like streamer Adin Roth.
“He’s a great young man, and we’re so proud of him,” Melania Trump said on Fox Business Network’s “Mornings with Maria” on January 29. “This time it’s very different because he’s 19 and the first time he was 10. He understands politics, he’s giving advice to his father and he’s talking about it. It’s very different.”
How tall is Barron Trump?
Barron Trump is at least 6 feet 7 inches tall, but there are conflicting reports about his height.
What college does Barron Trump attend?
Barron Trump is a sophomore at New York University’s Stern School of Business, the first lady told Fox Business Network, adding that he “loves this school.” It is unclear whether he attends the Manhattan campus, and reports say he did not return to New York last fall, instead enrolling at another NYU campus.
How old is Barron Trump?
Barron Trump is 19 years old. He will turn 20 in March.
Contributor: Jennifer Sangalang, USA TODAY Network
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