Ivana Trump, born Ivana Zelníčková in 1949 in Czechoslovakia, rose from a strict socialist upbringing to global fame. A competitive skier on her country’s Olympic training team, she carried that discipline into every chapter of her life.
Her first marriage opened the door to the West, where she pursued modeling in Montreal before moving to New York. There, she met Donald Trump and became more than his glamorous partner—she was a driving force in the Trump empire, shaping landmarks like Trump Tower and The Plaza Hotel.
With her bold fashion, signature hair, and sharp instincts, Ivana embodied 1980s glamour and power. Even after her high-profile 1992 divorce, she turned the spotlight into success, launching fashion lines, writing bestsellers, and building her own brand.
As a mother to Donald Jr., Ivanka, and Eric, she remained a guiding presence while living unapologetically on her own terms.
Ivana Trump wasn’t just a figure in someone else’s story—she was a self-made woman who proved resilience and style can define a legacy.
