Donald Trump is once again the President of the United States. His life encompasses politics, business, and entertainment, revealing aspects you may not know. Discover five interesting facts that make him unique.
On January 20, Donald Trump officially became the 47th president of the United States. He joined Stephen Grover Cleveland, who is the only other person in history to hold the presidency for two non-consecutive terms (in 1885 and 1893). This fact is just one of many interesting facets surrounding the new occupant of the White House.
This leads us to ask: How well do we really know Donald Trump? His well-known ‘rants’ directed at the media and journalists may seem extreme, but they are not as outrageous as they might appear. Trump’s business and political career has been shaped by his often amusing yet undeniably effective communication style. Here are five things about Donald Trump that you probably don’t know:
1. His empire on Coney Island
A portion of Donald Trump’s wealth comes from his father, Fred Trump, who established a modest real estate empire on Coney Island, a peninsula and neighbourhood in southern New York famous for its amusement parks and entertainment options. The apartments built by Donald Trump’s father in the post-war era played a vital role in the current U.S. president’s career, as he secured numerous loans using those apartments as collateral.
2. He invented a spokesman
You may not realize it, but part of Donald Trump’s success comes from his early understanding of the importance of reputation and media presence. To ensure he was constantly in the newspapers and on TV, Trump even created a fictitious spokesman named Barron—an homage to the name he later gave to his son with Melania Trump.
Specifically, he would call newspapers while pretending to be this spokesman, Barron, to share scoops, news, and statements about himself. In essence, he effectively controlled his media narrative and was able to shape public opinion with his own words.
3. He has his star on the Walk of Fame
One of the five things you may not know about Donald Trump is that he has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. He was awarded this honour in 2007 for his contributions to the entertainment industry through the reality show The Apprentice, which established him as an iconic television figure. However, his star has frequently been the centre of controversy and vandalism, particularly during his presidency.
4. He was a regular in the WWE
Before becoming president, Donald Trump made notable appearances in professional wrestling. In 2007, he participated in a WWE storyline that culminated in a memorable scene at WrestleMania 23, where he shaved the head of owner Vince McMahon after winning a match. This event showcased Trump’s eccentric and self-deprecating side and further solidified his presence in the entertainment industry.
5. Marla Maples: ‘The best s**** I have ever done’
The subtitle introducing the last of the five trivia facts you might not know about Donald Trump is certainly reprehensible. It highlights the unique relationship between Donald Trump and the media, particularly newspapers.
The phrase in the headline first appeared in the New York Post on February 16, 1990, shortly after the newspaper revealed Donald Trump’s extramarital affair with Marla Maples, while he was still married to Ivana Trump. It remains unclear whether Trump actually said the phrase, but it seems he encouraged the newspaper to publish it, showcasing his skill in leveraging media coverage to his advantage.Following this, many Americans came to believe that Donald Trump was an incredibly passionate lover. While it is unlikely that this perception significantly benefited his business dealings, it is worth noting that, as the President of the United States has remarked, reputationis everything.
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