Melania Trump's early ambitions are drawing renewed attention after a former boyfriend described her as once focused on pursuing a fashion career in Europe's luxury capitals rather than the United States. The account, published by The Irish Star, comes as interest in the former First Lady's personal history remains strong following her years in the White House and her current limited public profile.
Jure Zorcic, who dated Melania Trump in the late 1990s, said she had envisioned living and working in major European fashion centers. According to the interview, he recalled that she "dreamed of living in Paris and Milan - not America." The remark has prompted discussion about the trajectory of Trump's life before her move to New York and her rise to international visibility.
Melania Trump, originally from Novo Mesto, Slovenia, began modeling as a teenager, later advancing to work in European fashion markets before entering the American modeling industry. Her relocation to New York placed her within the high-profile social networks where she eventually met Donald Trump. The two married in 2005, and she later served as First Lady during the Trump presidency.
Zorcic's comments highlight a period in which her professional and personal future appeared far less defined. He suggested that at the time of their relationship, she viewed the United States as one of several avenues rather than a singular destination. His remarks provide a perspective on her aspirations prior to entering U.S. public life and before her highly scrutinized tenure in Washington.
The comments arrive at a moment when public interest in Melania Trump remains notable. Since leaving the White House, she has maintained a lower profile, making fewer public appearances than many past First Ladies. Her personal history, especially her long path from Slovenia to international visibility, continues to shape media and biographical inquiry.
The account also intersects with broader themes of global mobility in the fashion industry. Modeling careers often involve strategic relocations, shifting ambitions, and decisions influenced by opportunities, relationships, and personal evolution. Zorcic's description underscores how early plans can diverge significantly from later chapters.
