Melania Trump ‘body double’ conspiracy

Conspiracy theories about First Lady Melania Trump resurfaced after her rare appearance at a military parade in Washington D.C. on June 14, coinciding with Donald Trump’s 79th birthday. The event drew online attention for various oddities, including awkward marching, a Coinbase sponsorship mention, and Melania’s public presence. This reignited the long-standing “Fake Melania” theory, which claims the First Lady is occasionally replaced by a body double. The theory, dating back to 2017, gained popularity after a viral tweet suggested Melania had left Trump and was being impersonated.

Despite being visibly present and engaged at the parade, some viewers online scrutinized Melania’s appearance, facial expressions, and demeanor, arguing she looked different or disinterested in later footage. Social media posts speculated on everything from her size to her behavior, fueling further claims that she wasn’t the real Melania. While Melania hasn’t addressed the renewed rumors, Donald Trump previously dismissed the theory as “fake news” in 2018, accusing the media of spreading doctored photos and absurd claims. Her infrequent public appearances, especially reports suggesting she spent little time at the White House, continue to feed speculation.