Barron Trump, 18, attends his father’s inauguration: A look at his life so far

Barron Trump, the youngest son of former President Donald Trump, has grown up in the public eye since his father first took office back in January 2017. Standing at an impressive 6’9″, the 18-year-old stepped into the spotlight at his father’s inauguration on Monday, commanding respect from onlookers as he stood by his father’s side during the ceremonies.

Back in 2017, Barron was just 10 years old when he became the first son to reside in the White House since John F. Kennedy, Jr. in 1961. However, he was often the target of cruel jokes and rumors from his father’s critics. His mother, Melania Trump, tried to shield him from unwanted scrutiny, but the rumors about Barron possibly having autism deeply impacted him.

As Barron continued to grow up, he faced more challenges. In 2018, actor Peter Fonda made inappropriate remarks about Barron, calling for officials to separate him from his mother and put him in a cage with pedophiles. Fonda later apologized for his comments, but the incident highlighted the challenges Barron faced as a young boy in the public eye.

In 2020, as his father was fighting for re-election and the COVID-19 pandemic was sweeping the nation, Barron continued to attend school and stay out of the public spotlight. However, he was still the subject of insensitive jokes, including one from “Jeopardy” host Ken Jennings, who later apologized for his remarks about Barron.

In 2024, Barron matriculated at New York University’s Stern School of Business, where he was seen attending classes after graduating from Oxbridge Academy in West Palm Beach. He also voted for the first time in November, casting his ballot for his father in Florida.

Fast forward to 2025, Barron attended his father’s inauguration and wowed attendees with his presence. He shook hands with President Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris, leading some social media users to speculate about his future in politics. With his impressive height and poised demeanor, Barron Trump has certainly come a long way since his early days in the White House.

As Barron continues to navigate life in the public eye, it’s clear that he has matured into a confident and poised young man. Despite the challenges he has faced, Barron Trump is carving out his own path and making a name for himself beyond being the son of a former president.