Awkward moment between Donald Trump and wife Melania caught on camera and it isn’t the first time it’s happened

Donald Trump’s 79th birthday celebration on June 14 has gained attention for an awkward interaction with wife Melania, which many initially missed. At a \$45 million military parade marking both his birthday and the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army, footage surfaced of Melania appearing to reject a public display of affection from Trump. Social media users pointed out this wasn’t the first time she had distanced herself during similar moments, even joking about the use of a body double in public appearances—rumors Trump once denied on X, calling them “deranged.” The event itself also sparked criticism, as claims of 250,000 attendees were contradicted by sparse crowd photos. Comedian Stephen Colbert mocked the turnout and the moment between the Trumps on *The Late Show*, joking that “no one came” and Melania’s reaction was a rejection of Trump’s attempt at affection. Online users reacted with a mix of mockery and defense, with some calling it typical and others seeing it as a sweet moment. Despite the pageantry, the attention shifted more toward the perceived tension between the former president and his wife than the parade itself.