A new wave of conspiracy theories questioning the identity of Melania Trump has surfaced following her appearance at the White House Easter Egg Roll on April 6 alongside Donald Trump.
According to a report by Irish Star, the speculation was sparked by a viral clip where Trump appeared to jokingly look for his wife during a speech, saying, “It was a big thing to our great First Lady, who’s here someplace. Let’s see. I think this is our First Lady.”
He went on to praise her, calling her a “movie star” and referencing her documentary.
Body double claims resurface on social media, with some users questioning whether the First Lady present at the event was genuine, pointing to her expressions and behaviour.
One user wrote, “Melania never smiles that much,” while another asked, “Is that Fake Melania?” Others cited Trump’s remarks as supposed proof, with comments suggesting he “can’t tell the decoys apart anymore.”
The “Fake Melania” theory first gained traction in 2017, when online users speculated that a body double was occasionally appearing in place of the First Lady.
Despite repeated denials from Trump and his aides, the theory continues to resurface.