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Barron Trump’s physical stature has undergone a significant transformation ever since his father’s presidency thrust him into the global spotlight. Initially shorter than both Donald and Melania Trump, he walked beside them during Donald’s inaugural parade in 2017, waving to the modest crowd. However, in a recent family photo taken at Mar-a-Lago during the holidays, Barron now stands notably taller than his father, emphasizing the stark contrast in their heights.
According to Michael Wolff’s book “Seige: Trump Under Fire,” Donald Trump wasn’t thrilled when Barron began experiencing a rapid growth spurt in 2018. Wolff suggested that Trump was fixated on being the tallest person in any room and Barron’s sudden increase in height made him uneasy. This discomfort led Trump to attempt making jokes at Barron’s expense, even going as far as humorously pondering ways to stunt his son’s growth.
Barron’s towering height hasn’t escaped notice on social media platforms like X (formerly known as Twitter). His remarkable growth has periodically caused him to trend online, a fact that might not have bothered Donald too much, as it diverted attention away from Melania Trump’s noticeable absence in their family Christmas photo.
Interestingly, the family photo showcasing Barron’s height was shared not by a member of the Trump family but by Kimberly Guilfoyle, Donald Trump Jr.’s fiancée. This temporary snapshot on her Instagram Story mirrored Melania’s fleeting appearance during holiday celebrations at her husband’s beach club, as she reportedly had to attend to a family matter.
In the photo, the noticeable height disparity between Donald and Barron is evident, with Donald standing at 6 feet, 2 inches tall according to his driver’s license. However, Barron surpasses him in height, and even Eric Trump, reportedly 6 feet, 5 inches tall, wasn’t present in the picture to potentially overshadow Donald further in the height comparison contest. This prompted humorous remarks online, such as one user jokingly suggesting that Barron could place the angel on the Christmas tree without a step ladder due to his towering height.
Donald Trump, known for making bold claims, has stated that Barron stands at an impressive 6 feet, 8 inches tall. On “The Megyn Kelly Show,” he acknowledged his son’s remarkable height, affirming Barron’s stature as “very tall.”