Donald Trump
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👤 Bio & Residence
Full Name: Donald John Trump
Date of Birth: June 14, 1946
Place of Birth: Queens, New York City, USA
Height: 191 cm (6′3″)
Weight: ~102 kg (224 lbs)
Religion: Protestant (Presbyterian)
Nationality: American
Ancestry: German (paternal); Scottish (Isle of Lewis, maternal)
Languages: English
Marital Status: Married — Melania Trump (since 2005) • Marriages: 3 (Ivana 1977–1992; Marla Maples 1993–1999; Melania 2005–present)
Children: Donald Jr. (1977), Ivanka (1981), Eric (1984), Tiffany (1993), Barron (2006)
Occupation: 47th U.S. President; Businessman; TV Personality
Education: Fordham University (1964–1966); B.S. Economics, Wharton School (1968)
Net Worth: $5B–$7B (public estimates, 2025; unverified)
Total Social Followers: X ~90M; Facebook 35M+; Instagram 24M+ (approx.)
Businesses: Trump Organization; Trump Media & Technology Group (Truth Social); hotels, golf clubs & licensing
Current Office: 47th President of the United States (2025–present)
Current Residence: White House (Washington, D.C.); Mar-a-Lago (Palm Beach, Florida)
Number of Houses: Multiple properties
🎓 Education & Early Life
- Raised in Jamaica Estates, Queens; father Fred Trump (real estate developer), mother Mary Anne MacLeod (from Isle of Lewis, Scotland).
- Attended Kew-Forest School; graduated from New York Military Academy (8th–12th grade).
- 1964–1966: Fordham University; transferred to the Wharton School, B.S. in Economics (1968).
- Joined family business; by 1971 became head of the company and consolidated holdings as the Trump Organization.
- Early Manhattan profile via Grand Hyatt (1980) and Trump Tower (1983); co-authored the bestseller “The Art of the Deal” (1987).
🏆 Career Highlights & Timeline
- 1971: Takes control of the Trump Organization; expands into Manhattan skyscrapers, hotels, and resorts.
- 1980–1983: Opens the Grand Hyatt (1980) and Trump Tower on Fifth Avenue (1983).
- 1983–1986: Buys USFL’s New Jersey Generals; league folds after antitrust suit (nominal damages awarded).
- 1990s: Casino and real-estate debt lead to major corporate restructurings.
- 2004–2015: Executive producer/host of NBC’s “The Apprentice” and “Celebrity Apprentice.”
- Jan 20, 2017: Sworn in as the 45th U.S. President after the 2016 election.
- 2019 & 2021: Impeached twice by the House; acquitted both times by the Senate.
- Mar 26, 2024: Trump Media & Technology Group (Truth Social) begins trading on Nasdaq (ticker: DJT).
- Nov 2024: Wins the U.S. presidential election for a nonconsecutive second term.
- Jan 20, 2025: Sworn in as the 47th U.S. President; JD Vance becomes Vice President; oldest person to assume the office.
🏅 Awards & Recognitions
- TIME Person of the Year (2016, 2024).
- Hollywood Walk of Fame Star — Television (ceremony Jan 16, 2007).
- Multiple Primetime Emmy nominations for “The Apprentice” (no wins).
- Regular on Forbes Billionaires List (incl. 2025).
- Various real-estate and branding accolades across decades in business.
🧠 Did You Know?
- He is the second U.S. president to serve nonconsecutive terms (after Grover Cleveland).
- At his Jan 20, 2025 inauguration, he became the oldest person to assume the presidency.
- Famous for the catchphrase “You’re fired!” from “The Apprentice.”
- Co-authored the 1987 bestseller “Trump: The Art of the Deal.”
- Owned the USFL’s New Jersey Generals in the 1980s.
- Has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame (Television category).
- He abstains from alcohol, influenced by the death of his brother, Fred Jr.
- Former owner of the Miss Universe Organization (Miss Universe, Miss USA, Miss Teen USA).
- Developed or licensed his name to hotels, golf courses, and residential towers worldwide.
- Appointed three U.S. Supreme Court justices (Gorsuch, Kavanaugh, Barrett) during his first term.
- Survived an assassination attempt at a July 2024 rally in Pennsylvania; returned to the campaign days later.
- Frequently used social media to communicate directly with supporters and critics.
- Has residences in Florida and New York in addition to the White House during his presidency.
- Known for preference for fast food and diet sodas on the campaign trail.
- His mother, Mary Anne, emigrated from the Scottish Hebrides; his father’s family is of German origin.
- Trump Tower’s atrium in New York is a public space with a 60-foot waterfall.
- The Trump Organization spans real estate, hospitality, golf, and brand licensing.
- He has authored or co-authored numerous books on business and politics.
- Prominent figure in New York media since the 1980s.
- His political rallies often draw large crowds and extensive media coverage.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When and where was Donald Trump born?
June 14, 1946 — Queens, New York City, USA.
What is his height and weight?
About 191 cm (6′3″) and ~102 kg (224 lbs).
Is he currently the President of the United States?
Yes. He is the 47th U.S. President (since January 20, 2025).
Who is his Vice President in the 2025–2029 term?
JD Vance.
What is his political party?
Republican Party.
Who is he married to and how many marriages has he had?
Married to Melania Trump (since 2005). Marriages: 3 (Ivana, Marla Maples, Melania).
How many children does he have and what are their names?
Five: Donald Jr., Ivanka, Eric, Tiffany, and Barron.
What is his education background?
Fordham University (1964–1966); B.S. in Economics from the Wharton School (1968).
What are public estimates of his net worth in 2025?
$5B–$7B (public estimates; unverified).
What businesses is he associated with besides politics?
The Trump Organization (real estate, hotels, golf) and Trump Media & Technology Group (Truth Social).
What TV show made him a household name before politics?
NBC’s “The Apprentice.”
Which Supreme Court justices did he appoint in his first term (2017–2021)?
Neil Gorsuch, Brett Kavanaugh, and Amy Coney Barrett.
Has he been impeached?
Yes — twice (2019 and 2021); acquitted both times by the U.S. Senate.
Was he injured in the 2024 campaign shooting?
Yes — he sustained a graze wound to his right ear at a rally in Pennsylvania and recovered quickly.
Where does he primarily live while in office, and otherwise?
While in office: the White House. Outside Washington: Mar-a-Lago (Palm Beach, Florida) and other residences.
What is his religion and ancestry?
Protestant (Presbyterian); German paternal and Scottish maternal ancestry.
What books is he known for?
Most famously, “Trump: The Art of the Deal” (1987), among others.
Does he drink alcohol or smoke?
He is known to abstain from alcohol and smoking.
Has he faced criminal cases?
In 2024 he was convicted in a New York case involving business records; on Jan 10, 2025, he received an unconditional discharge. Appeals are ongoing.