Melania Trump’s mother, Amalija Knavs, passed away on Tuesday night at the age of 78.
Amalijah died in Florida after a long battle with illness.
Taking to social media, former US president Donald Trump mourned the death of his mother-in-law, describing her as an incredible woman.
“This is a very sad night for the entire Trump family. Melania’s great and beautiful mother Amalija has just gone to a beautiful place in the sky. She was an incredible woman and will be missed far beyond words,” Trump stated.
On the other hand, Trumps wife Melania described her mother as a strong woman, adding that they will miss her but they will continue honoring and loving her legacy.
“It is with deep sadness that I announce the passing of my beloved mother, Amalija. Amalija Knavs was a strong woman who always carried herself with grace, warmth, and dignity. She was entirely devoted to her husband, daughters, grandson, and son-in-law. We will miss her beyond measure and continue to honour and love her legacy,” she wrote on X.
It is with deep sadness that I announce the passing of my beloved mother, Amalija.
Amalija Knavs was a strong woman who always carried herself with grace, warmth, and dignity. She was entirely devoted to her husband, daughters, grandson, and son-in-law. We will miss her beyond…
— MELANIA TRUMP (@MELANIATRUMP) January 10, 2024
Melania was reportedly taking care of her sick mother hence her absence in Trump’s Christmas family photo.
