Barron Trump, the youngest son of former President Donald Trump, has taken a major step by starting his studies at New York University. While the transition to college is an exciting, nerve-wracking time for many young adults, it comes with its own unique challenges for Barron, who is just 18 years old.
Turning 18 is a big deal for most people—it marks the start of independence and new experiences. But for Barron, who grew up in the lavish Trump Tower and spent time in the White House, navigating the social scene at NYU presents a different set of hurdles. His life so far has been anything but typical.
As a child, Barron had a whole floor to himself in Trump Tower before his family moved to the White House. Now, he’s faced with the everyday challenge of making friends on a college campus, a far cry from his previous sheltered environment.
After leaving the White House, Barron and his parents moved to Mar-a-Lago, Florida, and Melania was careful to keep his life as private as possible. Even while attending the exclusive Oxbridge Academy, Barron’s high school years were shrouded in mystery, with rumors of Secret Service presence and even fake identities to keep his whereabouts under wraps.
Despite the secrecy surrounding his upbringing, Barron has always been described as laid-back and friendly, with an air of mystery. High school events rarely featured his name, adding to the intrigue of his private life.