Ivanka Hosts Tiffany’s Shower as Melania Maintains Distance
A flower-filled Peter Rabbit-themed baby shower for Tiffany Trump became an unexpected showcase of Trump family alliances on Sunday, with Ivanka Trump stepping into the hosting role while First Lady Melania Trump was conspicuously absent from the Miami celebration. The gathering brought together women from across all three of President Trump’s marriages—except his current wife—highlighting the complex relationships within America’s First Family.
Tiffany, 31, who revealed through her blue dress and Instagram caption that she’s expecting a boy in approximately one month, was celebrated by sister Ivanka, mother Marla Maples, sister-in-law Lara Trump, and Donald Jr.’s girlfriend Bettina Anderson. However, insiders confirmed to People Magazine that neither the president nor the First Lady attended the event.
A Florida source characterized Melania’s absence as unsurprising, stating there wasn’t “any reason” for her to attend and noting that the First Lady “has her own schedule, even on weekends.” Melania was reportedly spending time with her son Barron, who is currently completing his first year at New York University.
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Ivanka Steps Into the Spotlight
The shower underscored Ivanka’s seemingly solid relationship with her half-sister, despite their 12-year age gap and different upbringings. Sources described the sisters as having a “close relationship,” with Ivanka taking on the role of gracious host for the important family milestone.
Marla Maples publicly thanked Ivanka on Instagram, writing: “A beautiful day celebrating my daughter Tiffany’s 1st baby shower surrounded by love, family, and dear friends. Thank you, Ivanka, for hosting such a stunning and heartfelt gathering—a memory we’ll cherish forever.” This warm exchange between Trump’s first and second wives’ families demonstrates how old wounds have apparently healed over time.
Photos shared from the event showed an elegantly decorated space with abundant floral arrangements and the Peter Rabbit theme subtly incorporated throughout the décor. According to The Daily Beast, the celebration appeared to be a primarily women-focused gathering.
Melania Trump skipped Tiffany Trump’s baby shower, which was hosted by Ivanka and attended by Bettina Anderson. A ‘People’ source said there wasn’t ‘any reason’ for the First Lady to be there. She’s been Tiffany’s stepmother for 20 years. https://t.co/PYm7CYCQyf
— New York Magazine (@NYMag) April 11, 2025
The Digital Snub
Beyond her physical absence, Melania’s digital silence regarding Tiffany’s milestone also raised eyebrows. As New York Magazine noted, the First Lady didn’t leave even a cursory congratulatory comment on any of the shower photos shared across social media platforms by various family members.
This complete digital silence stands in stark contrast to the engagement from other Trump-adjacent figures who weren’t physically present at the event. Don Jr.’s recent ex-girlfriend Kimberly Guilfoyle commented supportively on Tiffany’s Instagram post, writing “You look beautiful mama!” Even political allies like Kari Lake offered public well-wishes online.
New York Magazine characterized Melania’s absence and silence as consistent with her carefully cultivated “‘I really don’t care do U?’ vibe,” referencing the controversial jacket she wore during a border visit during her husband’s first term.
Presidential Priorities
While President Trump also missed the celebration, he was physically nearby, spending the weekend in Florida. According to People Magazine, he was occupied “golfing and hosting fundraiser events during the LIV Golf tournament” at both Miami locations and his Mar-a-Lago club in Palm Beach.
His absence from the family event didn’t go unnoticed in Washington. During a DOGE subcommittee hearing on Wednesday, Texas Representative Jasmine Crockett criticized the president’s frequent weekend golf trips, claiming they’ve cost taxpayers approximately $30 million in just the first three months of his second term.
“He has decided that he wanted to play games while the rest of us are really trying to make sure that we can serve the American people,” Crockett stated, as reported by People.
The Next Trump Generation
Tiffany’s baby, expected next month, will be the first child for her and husband Michael Boulos, whom she married in 2022. Michael is the son of Massad Boulos, a businessman who serves as a senior adviser to President Trump, creating both personal and political connections between the families.
The coming baby boy will join a growing roster of Trump grandchildren, becoming the 11th addition to the next generation of the family dynasty. Donald Jr., Ivanka, and Eric—the children from Trump’s first marriage to Ivana—have already produced ten grandchildren for the president.
As Tiffany prepares for motherhood with the support of her sisters, mother, and extended family, the shower highlighted both the unity among certain branches of the Trump family tree and the apparent distance maintained by others, providing a rare glimpse into the personal dynamics of America’s most politically powerful family.
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