First Lady’s Absence From Tiffany’s Shower Raises Eyebrows
Melania Trump was notably absent from stepdaughter Tiffany Trump’s baby shower last Sunday, fueling speculation about the relationship between the First Lady and her husband’s youngest daughter. The Peter Rabbit-themed celebration in Miami drew attendance from virtually every woman in the extended Trump family except Melania, whose absence was described by a source close to the family as not “surprising.”
“There wasn’t any reason for her to attend,” the Florida source told People Magazine, adding that the First Lady “has her own schedule, even on weekends.” Melania was reportedly spending time with her 19-year-old son Barron, who is currently finishing his first year at New York University.
The shower, hosted by Ivanka Trump for her younger half-sister, became an inadvertent showcase of the complex family dynamics within America’s First Family. Tiffany, 31, is expecting her first child—a boy—with husband Michael Boulos, the son of businessman and senior Trump adviser Massad Boulos.
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A Family Reunion Minus One Key Member
The celebration brought together women from across Donald Trump’s three marriages in a rare display of family unity. Tiffany’s mother, Marla Maples—who was at the center of the infamous split between Donald and his first wife Ivana—shared photos from the event on social media, publicly thanking Ivanka for hosting “such a stunning and heartfelt gathering.”
Other attendees included Lara Trump, wife of Eric Trump, and Bettina Anderson, Donald Trump Jr.’s current girlfriend. Even Kimberly Guilfoyle, Don Jr.’s recent ex, sent well wishes on Tiffany’s Instagram post about the event, commenting “You look beautiful mama!” according to The Daily Beast.
The gathering particularly highlighted the apparently warm relationship between Ivanka and Tiffany, with sources describing the half-sisters as having a “close relationship” despite being raised in largely separate households during their childhood years.
Melania Trump skipped Tiffany Trump's baby shower, hosted by Ivanka Trump. https://t.co/YpsoLPaSQs
— SheKnows (@SheKnows) April 11, 2025
The Missing Digital Footprint
Even more telling than Melania’s physical absence was her complete digital silence regarding the event. As New York Magazine pointed out, the First Lady didn’t even leave a “So sorry I couldn’t be there!” comment on any of the numerous social media posts about the shower.
This digital snub stands in stark contrast to the public well-wishes offered by other Trump-adjacent figures, including political allies like Kari Lake, who commented supportively on Tiffany’s post despite not attending the actual event.
The First Lady’s absence from both the physical celebration and the subsequent social media engagement has been interpreted by some as consistent with what New York Magazine described as her carefully cultivated “‘I really don’t care do U?’ vibe,” referencing the controversial jacket Melania wore during her husband’s first term.
The Presidential Schedule
President Donald Trump was also absent from the celebration, though he was physically nearby during the event. According to People Magazine, the president “spent a long weekend in both Miami and at his Mar-a-Lago club in Palm Beach, golfing and hosting fundraiser events during the LIV Golf tournament.”
His absence from family events has drawn criticism from congressional opponents. Rep. Jasmine Crockett noted during a DOGE subcommittee hearing on Wednesday that Trump’s frequent golf weekends have cost taxpayers approximately $30 million in the first three months of his second presidential term.
“He has decided that he wanted to play games while the rest of us are really trying to make sure that we can serve the American people,” Crockett stated, as reported by People.
A 20-Year Relationship
Melania’s distance from the celebration carries particular significance given her long history with Tiffany, who was approximately 5 years old when the former model began dating Donald Trump. Despite nearly two decades as Tiffany’s stepmother, sources suggest there has never been particularly close bonds between them.
Tiffany, often described as the least public member of the Trump family, grew up primarily in California with her mother following Donald and Marla’s 1999 divorce, creating geographical and emotional distance from her father’s subsequent family with Melania.
As Tiffany shared on Instagram that she has “1 month to go!” before her due date, the family dynamics on display at the shower—and notable in their absence—provide a rare glimpse into the personal relationships underlying America’s most politically powerful family.
The baby boy will be Donald Trump’s 11th grandchild, joining the growing next generation of the Trump dynasty that includes the children of Donald Jr., Ivanka, and Eric from the president’s first marriage to Ivana Trump.
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