Donald Trump is an American businessman and politician who served as the 45th President of the United States (2017–2021) and returned to office as the 47th President in January 2025. Before politics he built the Trump Organization real-estate and licensing empire and became a household name as host of the reality show The Apprentice.
| Full Name | Donald John Trump |
| Born | 14 June 1946, Queens, New York City, USA |
| Age | 80 (as of 2026) |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation | Businessman, television host, politician |
| Height | 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) |
| Known For | 45th and 47th President of the United States, The Trump Organization, The Apprentice |
| Net Worth (est.) | Forbes estimated about $5.1 billion in 2025, with later estimates higher |
Early Life and Education
Trump was born in the Jamaica Hospital Medical Center in Queens, New York, the fourth child of Fred Trump, a real-estate developer who built housing in the outer boroughs, and Mary Anne MacLeod Trump, a Scottish immigrant. He attended the Kew-Forest School, then the New York Military Academy from age 13, and graduated from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania with an economics degree in 1968.
The Trump Organization and The Apprentice
Trump joined his father’s company in 1968 and took control in 1971, renaming it The Trump Organization and moving its focus to Manhattan. Projects such as the Grand Hyatt hotel redevelopment, Trump Tower (1983) and casino and golf properties made the Trump name a global luxury brand, licensed to buildings and products worldwide. From 2004 to 2015 he hosted NBC’s The Apprentice and The Celebrity Apprentice, a role that cemented his public profile across the United States.
Presidency: 2016, 2020 and 2024 Elections
Trump won the 2016 presidential election as the Republican nominee, defeating Hillary Clinton in the Electoral College. His first term included the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, three Supreme Court appointments and a trade renegotiation with Canada and Mexico; he was impeached twice by the House of Representatives and acquitted twice by the Senate. He lost the 2020 election to Joe Biden. In the 2024 election he defeated Vice President Kamala Harris, becoming only the second president in US history to win non-consecutive terms, and he began his second term in January 2025. In 2024 a New York jury convicted him on 34 counts of falsifying business records, a case he has appealed.
Donald Trump Net Worth
Forbes estimated Trump’s net worth at about $5.1 billion in its 2025 billionaires rankings, with the magazine’s later 2025 estimates rising as cryptocurrency ventures — including a majority stake in Trump Media & Technology Group and digital-asset projects — added to his holdings alongside real estate, golf resorts and licensing income. Forbes stresses that its figures are estimates based on public filings and market values, and they fluctuate significantly with asset prices.
Personal Life
Trump has been married three times: to Ivana Trump (1977–1990), Marla Maples (1993–1999) and Melania Trump, whom he married in 2005 and who serves as First Lady during his presidencies. He has five children — Donald Jr., Ivanka, Eric, Tiffany and Barron — several of whom hold roles in the family business or in public life. His primary residence is Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach, Florida.
Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Donald Trump?
He was born on 14 June 1946, making him 80 years old in 2026.
What is Donald Trump’s net worth?
Forbes estimated about $5.1 billion in 2025, with later Forbes estimates higher due to cryptocurrency holdings; all are estimates.
How many terms has Donald Trump served?
Two non-consecutive terms: as 45th President (2017–2021) and as 47th President from January 2025.
What did Donald Trump do before politics?
He ran The Trump Organization, a real-estate, golf and licensing business, and hosted The Apprentice on television from 2004 to 2015.
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Net worth and salary figures are estimates based on publicly available sources and may change over time.
